Sweet & Spicy Crispy Brussels Sprouts are a modern, flavor-packed take on a classic vegetable side dish. Once often overlooked, Brussels sprouts have become a favorite for their versatility and ability to take on bold flavors when roasted or fried to crisp perfection. Combining sweetness, heat, and a crunchy texture, this recipe transforms these little cabbages into a standout dish that’s both indulgent and approachable.
In this recipe, Brussels sprouts are halved and roasted or pan-fried until golden and crispy on the edges. A glaze or drizzle made from honey or maple syrup, chili flakes, soy sauce, and a touch of vinegar adds a sweet-and-spicy punch that perfectly complements the vegetable’s natural nuttiness. The result is a harmonious balance of flavors—crispy, caramelized exteriors with tender, flavorful interiors, elevated by the spicy-sweet coating.
Ideal as a side for weeknight dinners, holiday meals, or even casual entertaining, Sweet & Spicy Crispy Brussels Sprouts are as visually appealing as they are delicious. The combination of heat, sweetness, and crisp texture makes them addictive, even for those who may have once avoided Brussels sprouts. This dish demonstrates how simple vegetables can become exciting, crave-worthy components of any meal.
Sweet & Spicy Crispy Brussels Sprouts are a modern, flavor-packed take on a classic vegetable side dish. Once often overlooked, Brussels sprouts have become a favorite for their versatility and ability to take on bold flavors when roasted or fried to crisp perfection. Combining sweetness, heat, and a crunchy texture, this recipe transforms these little cabbages into a standout dish that’s both indulgent and approachable.
In this recipe, Brussels sprouts are halved and roasted or pan-fried until golden and crispy on the edges. A glaze or drizzle made from honey or maple syrup, chili flakes, soy sauce, and a touch of vinegar adds a sweet-and-spicy punch that perfectly complements the vegetable’s natural nuttiness. The result is a harmonious balance of flavors—crispy, caramelized exteriors with tender, flavorful interiors, elevated by the spicy-sweet coating.
Ideal as a side for weeknight dinners, holiday meals, or even casual entertaining, Sweet & Spicy Crispy Brussels Sprouts are as visually appealing as they are delicious. The combination of heat, sweetness, and crisp texture makes them addictive, even for those who may have once avoided Brussels sprouts. This dish demonstrates how simple vegetables can become exciting, crave-worthy components of any meal.
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:41x
Ingredients
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Canola oil, for deep-frying
1 clove garlic, minced
4ouncesgarum sauce
1 serrano chile, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1poundBrussels Sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise
1/4cupMedjool dates, diced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Kosher salt
Instructions
Pour enough oil into a medium pot so that the oil comes 3 inches up the sides. Heat the oil to 350°F.
While the oil is heating, mix the garlic, garum and olive oil in a medium sized bowl, set aside.
Deep-fry half the Brussels Sprouts with the sereno chile, until the edges of the leaves of the sprouts curl and get crispy, about 3 minutes. Using a Chinese spider utensil, remove the first batch to the reserved bowl and then deep fry the second batch. When done, add these to the other sprouts, add the dates, and toss.
Sprinkle the sprouts with sesame seeds. Add salt and pepper to taste.
