Chili Crunch Brussels Sprouts
These roasted Brussels sprouts get a bold upgrade: caramelized on the outside, tender on the inside, and then tossed in a buttery, honey-lemon glaze with crunchy chili crisp. A perfect side for week nights, holidays, or any time you want vegetables that people will actually fight over.
Servings: 6 People
Cost: $8
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Spicy Honey Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons honey (or agave)
- 2 tablespoons chili crunch (see note)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (or olive oil)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 F. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray or line with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Place the Brussels sprouts on the baking sheet. Drizzle over the olive oil and sprinkle over the garlic. Use your hands to toss the Brussels sprouts until they are evenly coated, and then spread them out in an even single layer on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and roast for about 25 minutes, until the Brussels sprouts are browned and tender, tossing them and spreading them out once during the middle of the cooking time.
- Meanwhile, combine honey, chili crunch, melted butter, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Pour the glaze over the vegetables and use a spoon to toss until they are well coated. Transfer to a serving bowl of platter and serve hot.
Notes
Chili Crunch has also become a pantry favorite for many (again, I am in this camp!). It is based on a Chinese condiment made with Szechuan peppercorns, other peppers, onions, scallions, and/or garlic, plus other seasonings.
There are so many chili crisps out there, with various flavorings and degrees of heat. If you haven’t yet tried this condiment, this simple Brussels sprouts recipe is a great way to dip into the chili crunch world.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 615mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1233IU | Vitamin C: 130mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg