Description
Indulgent Red Lobster Brussels Sprouts bring restaurant-quality magic to home kitchens with crispy, caramelized edges and zesty parmesan seasoning. Perfectly roasted and packed with irresistible flavor, you’ll savor this restaurant-inspired side dish that elevates simple vegetables into a crave-worthy culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1 pound (1 lb) Brussels sprouts, trimmed & halved
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Oils, Fats, and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Sweeteners:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)
Optional Toppings:
- 4 slices bacon, cooked & crumbled
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425F (220C), preparing a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Trim the ends of Brussels sprouts and slice them in half lengthwise, creating uniform pieces for even roasting.
- Drizzle olive oil over the halved sprouts, ensuring each piece is lightly coated with a smooth, even layer.
- Season generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, distributing the seasoning thoroughly.
- Arrange the Brussels sprouts cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet, allowing space between each piece for optimal caramelization.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through to promote consistent browning and crispy edges.
- While roasting, create the glaze by melting butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until it becomes golden and fragrant.
- Incorporate brown sugar, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes into the melted butter, whisking to combine.
- Simmer the glaze for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and develops a glossy, rich consistency.
- Remove roasted Brussels sprouts from the oven once they are golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Drizzle the warm glaze over the hot sprouts, gently tossing to ensure complete and even coating.
- Optional: Sprinkle crispy bacon bits and grated Parmesan cheese over the glazed Brussels sprouts for additional flavor and texture.
- Serve immediately while hot, presenting a delectable side dish with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and caramelized notes.
Notes
- Ensure Brussels sprouts are similar in size for even roasting, preventing some pieces from burning while others remain undercooked.
- Pat sprouts completely dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crispiness and avoid steaming instead of roasting.
- For a vegetarian version, replace bacon with toasted pine nuts or crispy shallots to maintain a crunchy texture.
- Adjust red pepper flakes based on personal heat preference, starting with a small amount and increasing gradually for balanced spiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg