Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Garlic Butter
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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Garlic Butter
Description
Halved Brussels sprouts are cooked in olive oil over medium-high heat until some edges turn golden brown and the centers yield to a fork, which usually takes 10 to 15 minutes. The even cooking is ensured by stirring halfway through. Butter, red pepper flakes, and roughly chopped garlic are then added and sautéed briefly to infuse the dish with rich butter and garlic aroma and a subtle heat from the red pepper flakes.
Finishing the dish with freshly grated lemon zest and lemon juice adds brightness and a slight tang that balances the richness of the butter. The sautéed sprouts develop a balance of caramelization, savory butter, garlic flavor, and fresh citrus, making them suitable as a flavorful vegetable side to various meals.
Optional additions like crisp cooked bacon can add richness. The method is direct and requires attention to cooking time to achieve tender yet crisp sprouts without burning.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Brussels sprouts trimmed and cut in half
- 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 6 cloves garlic roughly chopped
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium high heat.
- Add the trimmed Brussels Sprouts and sauté for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown and fork tender, giving them a stir halfway through to ensure they cook evenly.
- Once golden brown on some sides, add the butter, red pepper flakes and garlic and sauté for 1 minute more until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Serve as needed.
Notes
- Adding cooked bacon to the pan can provide additional savory richness to the dish.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 134 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 134kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 44mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 632mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1301IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 139mg | 154% |
| Calcium | 75mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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