Name: Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: Brussels Sprouts:; 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved; 1 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp minced ginger; 15 red chili peppers, chopped (serrano, Fresno, or red jalapeños work well); 6 whole dried red chilis; Sauce:; ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce; 2 tbsp black vinegar; 2 tbsp chili garlic sauce; 2 tbsp hoisin sauce; 1 tbsp honey; 2 tsp sesame oil; 2 tsp rice vinegar; For Garnish:; ¼ cup chopped peanuts; ¼ cup chopped scallions

Description

These crispy, spicy Brussels sprouts are packed with flavor and make a fantastic side dish or snack! The savory Kung Pao sauce brings an irresistible kick to every bite.

Ingredients

Brussels Sprouts:
2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
1 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp minced ginger
15 red chili peppers, chopped (serrano, Fresno, or red jalapeños work well)
6 whole dried red chilis
Sauce:
½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp black vinegar
2 tbsp chili garlic sauce
2 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp honey
2 tsp sesame oil
2 tsp rice vinegar
For Garnish:
¼ cup chopped peanuts
¼ cup chopped scallions

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Instructions

Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, black vinegar, and chili garlic sauce.
Cook the Brussels Sprouts: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the halved Brussels sprouts and toss to coat in the oil. Sear the Brussels sprouts undisturbed for 2-3 minutes before stirring. Toss and sear for another 2-3 minutes until they’re evenly crisped on the outsides.
Add Garlic & Chili: Reduce the heat to medium and add the garlic and chopped red chili peppers. Sauté with the Brussels sprouts for 3 minutes.
Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the Brussels sprouts and toss to coat. Continue cooking for 3-5 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens.
Serve: Remove the pan from the heat and top the Brussels sprouts with chopped peanuts and scallions. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Adjust the number of chili peppers for your desired spice level.
For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
Serve these as a side dish or a tasty snack with a cold beer or rice.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 180
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg