Honey balsamic Brussels sprouts
These crispy Brussels sprouts are coated in a sweet and tangy honey balsamic glaze.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 lb whole Brussels sprouts
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 tbsp sliced green onion (about 4 stalks)
- 4 tbsp crumbled queso fresco
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp grainy brown mustard
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 tbsp red pepper flakes
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 tbsp mayo (optional)
Instructions
- Quarter the Brussels sprouts and remove stems. Mince 3 cloves of garlic and slice green onions.
- Make honey mustard sauce by combining the honey, balsamic vinegar, mustard, olive oil, and tbsp red pepper flakes. Add mayo if you prefer a creamy sauce.
- Preheat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Salt quartered Brussels sprouts and cook for 15 minutes, stirring every 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to skillet and continue to cook for 2 minutes
- Coat Brussels sprouts and garlic in honey mustard sauce and continue to cook for 3-5 minutes
- Remove Brussels sprouts from heat and top with sliced green onion and crumbled queso fresco cheese