Sesame Peanut Brussels Sprouts
Sesame Peanut Brussels Sprouts! If you or your family need convincing that Brussels sprouts can be delicious, this recipe is the ticket to a clean plate! Savory peanut butter sauce with a dash of sweetness and a hint of spice glaze these sprouts for a side dish that will grace your table again and again.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts trimmed of outer leaves, stemmed & thinly sliced
- 1 medium clove garlic minced or grated
- 3 heaping tablespoons creamy peanut butter {or whatever nut butter you prefer}
- 2 tablespoons water
- 3 teaspoons low sodium tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Juice from half a lime
- 1 dash cayenne pepper {start with ⅛ teaspoon or less & work your way up}
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or wok over high heat. Add sliced Brussels sprouts, give them a quick toss the in the oil, and then let them sit for a good minute to 2 minutes untouched so that they start to char in spots.
- Stir and repeat until they're browned to your liking.
- Reduce the heat slighlty. Add minced garlic and cook, stirring, for about a minute. {Careful not to scorch the garlic or it will become bitter.}
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, water, tamari {or soy sauce}, honey, lime juice and cayenne pepper until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the Brussels sprouts and toss to coat evenly. Cook for another minute or so.
- Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
Adapted from Clean Eating Magazine