Bang Bang Brussels Sprouts
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Bang Bang Brussels Sprouts
Description
The Bang Bang Brussels Sprouts recipe first prepares the sprouts by trimming stems and halving them, ensuring even roasting. Tossed thoroughly with olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, the sprouts are spread evenly on a baking sheet and roasted at a high temperature to develop crispy outer leaves while maintaining a tender interior. Twice tossing during roasting promotes even browning.
The sauce combines mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and chili garlic paste for a creamy, spicy complement. Thinly sliced green onions add freshness and texture, sprinkled over the sauce and/or sprouts for garnish. Drizzling this sauce over the hot sprouts or serving it as a dipping sauce provides layers of flavor and slight heat.
This preparation works well as an appetizer, snack, or side dish alongside grilled or roasted proteins. The mix of textures and bold flavors enhance the usually mild Brussels sprouts into a dish with character and appeal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Brussels sprouts stems removed and halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt kosher salt
- black pepper kosher salt
- garlic powder
bang bang sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 3 teaspoons chili garlic paste or sauce
- 2 green onion thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Spread the brussels sprouts out on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Toss well so every bit is coated.
- Roast for 15 minutes. Toss the brussels and roast for 10 to 15 minutes more.
- Remove and drizzle with the bang bang sauce, or use it for dipping. Serve!
bang bang sauce
- Whisk all ingredients together until smooth. Sprinkle the green onions on top of the sauce and/or the brussels.