Description
A sweet and spicy skillet-cooked Brussels sprouts recipe with crispy caramelized edges, perfect as a side or snack. Quick and easy to prepare in about 25 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450g) fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) rice vinegar
- Salt to taste (about ½ teaspoon)
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: toasted sesame seeds or chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Trim the tough ends off the Brussels sprouts and slice them in half lengthwise. Quarter any very large sprouts. Rinse and pat dry thoroughly.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Add the Brussels sprouts cut side down in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes until the cut sides are deeply browned and crispy.
- Toss the sprouts and cook for another 5 minutes until tender but still slightly firm.
- Reduce heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Stir quickly to avoid burning.
- Pour in the honey, Sriracha, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Stir well to coat all sprouts evenly and cook for about 2 minutes until the sauce is glossy and sticky.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss once more to combine.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with toasted sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
[‘Dry Brussels sprouts thoroughly to avoid steaming and soggy texture.’, ‘Use high heat to achieve crispy caramelized edges but watch carefully to prevent burning.’, ‘A cast iron skillet is preferred for even heat and better searing but stainless steel or non-stick pans work fine.’, ‘Adjust Sriracha amount to control spice level.’, ‘Leftovers reheat well in a skillet with a splash of water or soy sauce; avoid microwaving to keep crispiness.’, ‘For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave and soy sauce with tamari.’]
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup per serv
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 4
Keywords: Brussels sprouts, honey, sriracha, crispy, caramelized, side dish, easy recipe, sweet and spicy