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Curried Caramelized Brussels Sprouts
These Curried Caramelized Brussels Sprouts have the best of both worlds. Brussels Sprouts are pan roasted to caramelize with cumin seeds, then mixed with a tomato onion sauce. Serve as a side. No Bake! Vegan Gluten-free Soy-free Nut-free Recipe.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 179 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 2 tsp oil divided
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/2 green chili
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric
- 1/2 tsp garam masala or use spices and blends like curry powder, jamaican curry powder, ethiopian berbere for variation
- 1/3 tsp cayenne
- 1/2 tsp salt divided
- 1 large tomato diced
- 1/2 cup or more water
- cilantro pepper flakes, lemon juice for garnish
Instructions
- Remove outer leaves and tough stems from the brussels sprouts. Slice into half if large.
- Heat 1 tsp oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. When hot, add cumin seeds and mix for a few seconds. Add the Brussels sprouts and cook for 4-5 minutes or until brown on some sides. Stir, Then cover and steam for a minute. Remove carefully from skillet.
- Add 1 tsp oil and heat over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, chili and a good pinch of salt. Cook until translucent.
- Add the spices and 1/4 tsp salt and mix in. Add the tomatoes and 1/4 cup water and cook until tender. Mash the larger tomato pieces.
- Add the brussels, 1/8 tsp salt, and 1/4 cup more water. Mix well, cover and cook to steam for 4 to 5 mins. Taste and adjust salt and flavor. Add more sal or garam masala as needed. Steam for a bit longer if the brussels are not cooked to preference.
- Take off heat. Garnish with cilantro, pepper flakes, lime and serve. Serve with a curry of choice such as chickpea coconut curry or serve as a side with vegan meatloaf.Store: Refrigerate for upto 3 days.
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Notes
- For saucier: Double the sauce ingredients except cayenne
- For creamier sauce: Fold in 1/4 cup cashew cream in the sauce and simmer.
- Nutrition is for 1 Serve
Nutrition Information
Calories
179kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
29g
(10%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
655mg
(27%)
Potassium
1086mg
(31%)
Fiber
11g
(44%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
2347IU
(47%)
Vitamin C
206mg
(229%)
Calcium
116mg
(12%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 179
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 179kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 655mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 1086mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 11g | 44% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 2347IU | 47% |
| Vitamin C | 206mg | 229% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 12% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.