Recipe: $1.20
Per Serving: $0.60
Brussels sprouts + me = love affair.
It all started with these roasted shredded brussels sprouts and almonds, and now I can basically eat brussels sprouts all day every day. Though they're the bomb (sososo good) when roasted, sometimes I like to shake things up a little bit. I originally made this recipe when recreating a Farro Risotto from one of my favorite wine bars out here in San Diego, and fell in love with the lemony goodness.
This recipe is super simple, and you don't have to wait a thousand hours for them to reach their roasted perfection. Instead, the sprouts get a quick steam, a douse of olive oil and lemon juice, and a caramelization on the stove. Bam, you've got the perfect side dish for two. This is a good idea if you've got those picky little kids around who won't eat them. Or if you're like me, and you like to make things for 2 sometimes. If I wasn't serving these with pesto brown rice risotto, I would have eaten the entire batch. So this serves two for dinner, or one greedy me as a snack.
Lemony Caramelized Brussels Sprouts For Two
Ingredients
- 8 oz brussels sprouts
- ⅓ cup water
- dash of salt pepper, lemon zest
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Remove stems from brussels sprouts and slice in half lengthwise. Place sliced side down in skillet, add water, lemon zest, salt, and pepper, and cover. Cook on medium-high heat for about 6 minutes until water is completely absorbed.
- Remove lid, add olive oil and lemon juice, and increase heat to high. Cook uncovered for about 3-5 minutes until bottoms are brown and slightly charred. Top with red pepper flakes (if desired) or shredded parmesan cheese and serve!
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Melissa H.
Brussels sprouts are one of my favorites! I like mine roasted but I'll have to try your method to get that goodness into my mouth faster. The dish looks delicious!
Caitlin
I know, right? I love them roasted, but sometimes I just can't fathom waiting 45 minutes for my meal. :) Hope you like it!
Barbara
I LOVE brussels and I bet that lemon adds a beautiful brightness to them after the caramelization.
Caitlin
Everything is good with lemon!
Brandon Matzek
I cook my brussels sprouts in a similar way - very tasty. Caramelization is key :) Great job!
Caitlin
Thanks Brandon! I used to think roasting was the only way, but this method is a game changer!