Description
This recipe features Asian-style Brussels sprouts pan-fried to a perfect crisp and coated with a sticky, umami-rich miso glaze. The combination of miso paste, rice vinegar, and maple syrup creates a beautifully balanced glaze that caramelizes on the sprouts, delivering a delightful and healthy side dish bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Brussels Sprouts
- 400 g Brussels sprouts
Glaze
- 2 tbsp rapeseed or olive oil
- 1 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (apple cider or white wine vinegar can be used instead)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil (optional)
To Serve (Optional)
- Lime juice
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Brussels sprouts: Trim the woody ends of each sprout and remove any yellowed or damaged leaves. Wash thoroughly and dry well. Depending on their size, halve or quarter the sprouts to ensure even cooking.
- Heat the pan: Place a large frying pan or skillet over medium heat and add the rapeseed or olive oil. Allow the oil to heat up properly before adding the sprouts.
- Pan fry the sprouts: Add the prepared Brussels sprouts in a single layer without stirring. Let them cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes to develop a crispy, golden color on one side.
- Cook until tender: Stir the sprouts and continue cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes until they reach your preferred tenderness, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Make the glaze: While the sprouts cook, whisk together the miso paste, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and toasted sesame oil (if using) in a small bowl until fully combined.
- Coat the sprouts: When the sprouts are tender, pour the miso glaze over them and stir well to coat every piece thoroughly.
- Caramelize the glaze: Continue cooking the glazed sprouts for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the mixture to caramelize and become sticky.
- Serve: Serve the Asian Brussels sprouts immediately, optionally drizzling lime juice over them and sprinkling toasted sesame seeds for an extra layer of flavor and texture.
Notes
- These Asian style Brussels sprouts are pan-fried to perfection and coated with a sticky, umami-rich miso glaze that elevates their natural flavor.
- The glaze combines sweet, salty, and tangy notes, creating a deliciously balanced dish.
- Use toasted sesame oil sparingly as it adds great depth of flavor but can overpower if used in excess.
- Serve immediately for best texture and taste, as the glaze is at its best when freshly caramelized.
- This recipe pairs well as a side dish for grilled meats, tofu, or as part of a larger Asian-inspired meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 136 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 184 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.03 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
