Description
Deliciously caramelized Brussels sprouts enhanced with maple syrup and balsamic vinegar for a sweet and savory side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts (ends trimmed)
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- ⅓ cup shallot (thinly sliced (1 small))
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
- ½ tablespoon high-quality balsamic vinegar (optional)
- 1 ½ tablespoons real maple syrup (optional)
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (shredded or slivered)
Instructions
- Use a food processor with a slice disc attachment to finely shred the Brussels sprouts. You can also use a hand-held mandoline.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shredded sprouts and thinly sliced shallot, with a generous pinch of salt and black pepper to taste, stirring to coat and combine.
- Then spread the veggies in an even layer. Let them cook and caramelize, only stirring very occasionally, to encourage crisping and caramelization, for about 6 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, and continue to cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in balsamic vinegar and maple syrup, if using. Taste test for salt and pepper levels. Garnish with parmesan cheese as desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, ensure that the Parmesan cheese is made without animal rennet.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the dish by modifying the amount of maple syrup used.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Vegetable Side Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg