Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts
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4.8
Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts
Description
Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts reimagine the classic Chinese dish by using Brussels sprouts as the main vegetable. After peeling and quartering, the sprouts are combined with dried, deseeded red chilies and a savory sauce containing tamari, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, agave syrup, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and chili paste. Cornstarch in the sauce helps it coat the sprouts evenly.
The dish is cooked either by air frying or roasting in the oven until the sprouts develop crispy edges while remaining tender inside. Adding roasted peanuts toward the end adds a crunchy texture that complements the sprouts and spicy sauce. Optional garnishes like sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, and green onion slices enhance both flavor and presentation.
Use fresh, similarly sized Brussels sprouts to ensure even cooking. The recipe allows adjusting heat levels and sauce quantity based on preference. These sprouts can be served as an appetizer or as a side dish alongside Asian-style mains and rice.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Brussels sprouts outer layer peeled and quartered
- 6-10 red chili pepper split, seeds removed, dried
- 1/3 cup peanuts either salted or unsalted, roasted
For the sauce
- 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce skip for gluten-free
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup or honey or maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon red chili paste adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- 3 cloves garlic pressed or minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Garnish options
- red pepper flakes optional, crushed
- sesame seeds white
- 1/3 cup green onion green part, optional
Instructions
- Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Add the brussels sprouts and dried chillies to the prepared sauce.
- Air fry at 380°F for 8-10 minutes. Add peanuts and air fry for 1 more minute.
- Take out the brussels sprouts in a bowl. Garnish with sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, and more roasted peanuts. Enjoy!
Oven Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F. After tossing the brussels sprouts in the sauce, roast for 20-25 minutes, until they are crispy on the edges and tender inside. Add roasted peanuts. Garnish and serve!
Notes
- Select fresh Brussels sprouts of similar size for uniform cooking; avoid frozen for best texture.
- To increase sauciness, prepare extra sauce without cornstarch and sesame oil and toss with cooked sprouts.
- Serve as an appetizer or alongside Asian-style rice or main courses.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 250 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 250kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 871mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 1239mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 11g | 44% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 2355IU | 47% |
| Vitamin C | 291mg | 323% |
| Calcium | 124mg | 12% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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