Ingredients
Method
Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
- Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (that’s 200°C if you prefer metric). Placing a rack near the top will help achieve that perfect crispiness.
Step 2: Clean and Prepare the Brussels Sprouts
- Trim the ends of your Brussels sprouts and slice each one in half lengthwise. Pop any loose or excess leaves off—don’t worry; they can be an extra snack for you while you cook! Wash them briefly in cold water and give them a minute to soak up the freshness.
Step 3: Dry Off the Sprouts
- After soaking, drain them and spread the Brussels sprouts on a paper towel to dry. This step is crucial since moisture can prevent that lovely roasted texture you’re aiming for.
Step 4: Prepare the Baking Sheet
- Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. This makes cleanup a breeze afterward and helps the sprouts crisp up better. Now, spread the Brussels sprouts out on the sheet in a single layer, cut side down.
Step 5: Season the Veggies
- Drizzle your high-heat oil generously over the sprouts, then sprinkle with kosher salt. Use your hands to give them a good toss—ensuring every sprout is evenly coated and ready for roasting.
Step 6: Roast the Brussels Sprouts
- Pop the baking sheet into the oven on the top rack. Roast for about 45-60 minutes. A good tip is to stir the sprouts at the 20-minute and 40-minute marks. This ensures they brown beautifully on all sides.
Step 7: Prepare Your Sauce
- While the sprouts are roasting, grab a sauté pan and place it over medium-high heat. Combine the soy sauce, lemon juice, maple syrup, minced garlic, Sriracha, and black pepper. Keep an eye on it, allowing everything to thicken for about 5 minutes. The aroma from this will have your mouth watering!
Step 8: Combine and Serve
- Once your Brussels sprouts are beautifully charred and crispy, remove them from the oven. Toss them in a bowl with some of your prepared sauce. Drizzle gently, as you don’t want to drown them. Just enough to glaze them will do it! Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped green onions for freshness, serve, and enjoy the delightful crispiness!
Notes
- Choose even-sized sprouts: This ensures they roast evenly, avoiding the dreaded undercooked vs. overcooked problem.
- Experiment with spices: Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds for some crunch or even chopped peanuts.
- Adjust the spice level: If Sriracha’s a bit much for you, try a milder chili paste or skip it entirely!
- Roasting times may vary: Keep an eye on them as ovens can differ. Look for that nice char.
- Don’t skip the sauce: It enhances the flavors tremendously, so even a light coat brings everything together beautifully.
