I know, I know—some of you like a little bite. A bit of crunch. That’s fine. Boil for 5 minutes less than the times above. You get a carrot that’s tender but still has a tiny resistance. Like a polite handshake from a vegetable.
How Long to Cook Carrots: Timings for Perfect Texture
But for the true “soft” experience we’re chasing here—the kind you can smash with a spoon—you want the full time. Go all in. Let the carrot surrender to the water. It’s a beautiful surrender, like a spa day ending with a nap.
