Ingredients
Brussels Sprouts
- 1 lb. fresh Brussels sprouts
- 1.5 tbsp. olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Asian Sauce
- 2 tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1.5 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp Asian garlic chili paste (such as sambal oelek or Sriracha, adjust to heat preference)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set it aside for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Brussels Sprouts: Rinse the Brussels sprouts under cool water, trim off the tough ends, and cut them in half or quarters if they’re very large. Dry them thoroughly with a towel to ensure they roast properly and become crispy.
- Season Brussels Sprouts: Toss the dried sprouts with olive oil. Lightly season with salt and pepper, keeping in mind that the sauce contains soy sauce, which adds saltiness, so avoid over-salting.
- Roast Brussels Sprouts: Arrange the sprouts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they don’t overlap to promote even roasting. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until they become browned and crispy on the edges.
- Prepare Asian Glaze: While the sprouts roast, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, Asian garlic chili paste, and garlic powder in a small saucepan. Bring this mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
- Toss and Serve: Once the Brussels sprouts are roasted, remove them from the oven and immediately toss them with the hot Asian glaze until evenly coated. Serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Ensure Brussels sprouts are dry before roasting to maximize crispiness.
- Adjust the amount of chili paste according to your preferred spice level.
- For extra flavor, consider sprinkling toasted sesame seeds or chopped scallions before serving.
- Use reduced sodium soy sauce to better control the saltiness of the dish.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
