Description
Maple Soy Brussels Sprouts Stir Fry delivers a quick flavor explosion that brings restaurant-style excitement straight to your kitchen table. Crispy sprouts glazed with sweet and savory sauce make dinner feel like a special culinary adventure without complicated techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning and Garnish:
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Grab your skillet and heat it to 375°F over medium-high. Pour 2 tablespoons olive oil into the pan, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Arrange your halved Brussels sprouts cut-side down in a single layer. Let them sizzle for 6 minutes without moving, creating a gorgeous golden-brown crust.
- Flip the sprouts and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until they’re deeply caramelized and tender throughout.
- Reduce heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir constantly for 45-60 seconds until the garlic becomes wonderfully aromatic.
- Pour 2 tablespoons maple syrup and 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce directly over the sprouts. Toss them gently to ensure every piece gets a glossy, flavorful coating.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken and glaze your Brussels sprouts.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tablespoon sesame seeds across the top, adding a delightful nutty crunch to your dish.
Notes
- Cutting Brussels sprouts in half exposes more surface area, creating extra crispy edges when sautéed.
- For maximum caramelization, avoid overcrowding the pan and let sprouts sit undisturbed while browning.
- Choose fresh, firm Brussels sprouts without yellow leaves for the best flavor and texture.
- Swap maple syrup with honey or agave if needed, keeping the sweet-savory balance in the dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Stir-Fried
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg