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bowl of crispy Brussels sprouts with spicy balsamic sauce.

Spicy Smoky Brussel Sprouts

Balsamic vinegar, olive oil, chipotle, and garlic get tossed over perfectly crispy pan-seared brussels. Spicy, smokey, crispy goodness at its finest.
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Recipe by - Tabetha Klein
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 116 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

Cooking the Brussels

  • 1 pound Brussel Sprouts
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

Dressing

  • 1 tablespoon Balsalmic Vinegar - Level Up by using Fig Balsalmic
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil - Level Up by using Basting Oil
  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Chipotle Powder - to taste - it's spicy
  • ¼ teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  • Start by cutting the very tip of the root end of the brussel sprout off (see video), then cut each in half from top to bottom.
    bowl of halved Brussel sprouts
  • In a saute pan, add enough olive oil to cover the bottom of the pan and bring to medium-high heat.
    a cast iron pan with shimmering olive oil in the bottom
  • Add each brussel one at a time, flat side down, then sprinkle with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper and drizzle of olive oil.
    halved brussel sprouts searing in a cast iron pan
  • Leave them for a few minutes until each is golden brown on that bottom side.
    turning browned brussels sprouts in a cast iron pan.
  • Once the bottoms are browned, move the oven and roast at 425 until they are fork-tender, or about 5 minutes. Transfer to a lined sheet tray if you don't have an oven-safe pan.
    Brussel sprouts in a cast iron pan, crispy and browned
  • While the brussels are roasting, mix 1 tablespoon olive oil with balsamic and spices and whisk together.
  • When the brussel sprouts are fork tender transfer them to a bowl and toss to coat with the balsamic mixture.
    bowl of crispy Brussels sprouts with spicy balsamic sauce.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Video

Notes

Spice Level: Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your heat preference. For a milder version, smoked paprika is a great substitute.
Oil Choices: Extra virgin olive oil is recommended for its flavor, but high-heat oils like avocado oil or flavored basting oils can also be used for different taste profiles.
Additional Toppings: For an extra layer of texture and flavor, consider adding sesame seeds, feta, or pomegranate seeds before serving.
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
Fresh vs Frozen: Fresh Brussels sprouts are recommended for the crispiest texture! We don't recommend frozen.

Nutrition

Calories: 116kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 175mgPotassium: 448mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 855IUVitamin C: 96mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 2mg
Keyword brussel sprout, vegetable
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