Kung Pao Brussel Sprouts

Okay so I know that Brussel Sprouts is the most hated vegetable on planet earth, but I’m convinced you’re just not making them right. These are Kung Pao style Brussel Sprouts are spicy, sweet and garlicky, making this marinade the perfect way to disguise the brussel sprout taste.

This starter has such a great balance of textures and flavors. There are crunchy peanut, charred brussels and zesty scallions.

Ways to Cook Brussel Sprouts

  • Roasted: I find the best way to eat brussel sprouts is by roasting them. This allows them to cook fully, while also adding flavor through some char.
  • Air-Fried: I am a chronic air fryer and air frying brussels is delicious. With a bit of oil and seasoning, these get nice and crispy.
  • Pan-Fried: This could take a while to cook and require quite a bit of oil. Pan frying them could also cause them to go a bit mushy, if overcooked.
  • Raw: Don’t think you’re eating whole balls of brussel sprouts, shaving these down with a mandolin and adding to a salad. This will add a a great crunch to your salad and add some great fiber.

How to make Kung Pao Brussel Sprouts?

  • Sauce: The most important part in the flavor of this sauce! It is just soy sauce, chili garlic paste, fresh garlic and hoisin. You have the soy sauce for the saltiness, chili garlic for the spice, garlic for depth and hoisin for sweetness. It is the perfect balance.
  • Peanuts: I love adding chopped roasted peanuts, this adds a great crunch to the dish.
  • Dried Chilis: These are optional, but add a but of extra spice to the the brussel sprouts.
  • Scallions: My FAVE herb, adds freshness to the brussels!

Kung Pao Brussel Sprouts

DifficultyMedium

Servings6

Prep time20 minutes

Cook time30 minutes

Total time50 minutes

If you say you hate brussel sprouts, I promise you haven’t made them this way.

This side dish is salty, garlicky, spicy and slightly sweet! It also has some great crunch.

If you’re looking for a way to spice up your dinner or even a side dish to bring to a party, this is it!

Ingredients

For the Brussel Sprouts

  • 1 lb Brussel Sprouts
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 Tbsp Avocado Oil
  • 1 Tsp Honey

For the Sauce

  • 3 Cloves Garlic, Crushed
  • 1/4 Cup Soy Sauce
  • 1 Tbsp Hoisin Sauce, Honey, or Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tbsp Chili Garlic Paste

Optional

  • 2 Tbsp Chopped Peanuts
  • 5 Dried Red Chilis
  • 2 Stalks Scallion

Instructions

  • 1

    Preheat the oven to 400 F.

  • 2

    Cut the brussel sprouts in half lengthwise and add to a large mixing bowl.

  • 3

    Season with salt, pepper, honey, and add 1 Tbsp of avocado oil. Mix well.

  • 4

    On a baking sheet, add the remaining 1 Tbsp of oil. Add the brussel sprouts and turn them all cut side down. (This is make them caramelized.) Bake for around 20 minutes or until they are a medium brown color.

  • 5

    After the brussel sprouts are done baking, in a pan, heat avocado oil. Then, add the peanuts and dried chilis, if you want them. Toast for only 30 seconds or so.

  • 6

    Add all of the sauce (it should sizzle in the hot skillet).

  • 7

    Add your brussels into the skillet and toss for 1-2 minutes. They just need to be covered in the sauce at this point.

  • 8

    Garnish with sliced scallions and enjoy warm! These also taste great airfired for leftovers!

Notes

Be sure not to add too much salt to the brussels, since there is a decent amount in the soy sauce.

Shivani Tailor

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