Sweet and Spicy Roasted Brussels Sprouts
A delicious sweet and spicy dish featuring roasted Brussels sprouts glazed with a flavorful mixture of garlic, honey, and chili pepper.
Ingredients
🥦 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, washed, trimmed, and cut in half
🫒 1/4 cup olive oil
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
🧈 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
🧄 4 cloves garlic, minced
🌶️ 2 tablespoons Trader Joe’s Calabrian chili pepper
🌶 1 teaspoon paprika
🍯 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
1- Preheat the Oven:
- Set your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Place an empty baking sheet inside to preheat with the oven.
2- Prepare the Brussels Sprouts:
- Rinse and dry the Brussels sprouts thoroughly.
- Trim the ends, and then slice each Brussels sprout in half.
3- Season the Sprouts:
- Transfer the halved Brussels sprouts into a mixing bowl.
- Drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Toss to ensure even coating.
4- Roast:
- Carefully remove the hot baking sheet from the oven.
- Spread the sprouts on it, cut side down.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes or until they reach your desired level of crispiness.
5- Make the Glaze:
- While the Brussels sprouts are roasting, place a saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
- Add the minced garlic and Trader Joe’s Calabrian chili pepper, sautéing for about 1 minute until aromatic.
6- Add Flavor to Glaze:
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of paprika.
- Followed by 1/4 cup of honey.
- Allow the mixture to cook for 1-2 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly.
7- Glaze the Sprouts:
- Once the Brussels sprouts are roasted to perfection, remove them from the oven.
- Drizzle the prepared glaze over them while they are still on the baking sheet.
8- Final Touches:
- Gently toss the Brussels sprouts with a slotted spatula to coat them fully in the glaze.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Total Time: 45-65 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Calories: Not specified
Proteins, Fats, Carbohydrates: Not specified
Equipment: Cutting board, chef's knife, mixing bowl, baking sheet, saucepan, wooden spoon, slotted metal spatula, serving platter/bowl, small dipping bowl
Cooking Tips
- For extra crispiness, ensure the Brussels sprouts are completely dry before seasoning.
- Placing them cut-side down on the preheated baking sheet ensures perfect caramelization.
- Prepare a bit more glaze for those who might want to squeeze an extra bit of flavor onto their serving.
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