Sweet and Spicy Glazed Brussel Sprouts

Brussel Sprouts on the stalk are so beautiful, however I have never been a fan of them.  I decided that I would attempt to change my mind…and I did!

This recipe is super simple, and absolutely delicious.

Sweet and Spicy Glazed Brussel Sprouts

• 12 brussel sprouts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon agave syrup
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon canola oil
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon kuzu (crushed into powder) + 1 tablespoon water (you can use cornstarch too)

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. Cut brussel sprouts off the stalk, and pull off any yellow outer leaves.  Wash and dry them (if you have loose brussel sprouts just wash and dry them.
3. In a large bowl toss the brussel sprouts with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
4. Place on a parchment lined sheet tray and roast for 35-40 minutes until crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Shake the pan from time to time to brown the sprouts evenly. 
5. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, agave syrup, and red pepper flakes.
6. When the brussel sprouts are done, remove from the oven.
7. Heat canola oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Once heated, add the garlic. Let it cook for one minute, stirring to avoid garlic from burning.
8. Add in the soy sauce mixture and raise the heat to medium. 
9. Make a slurry with the kuzu and water, by whisking them together.  Add to soy sauce mixture and stir until sauce thickens.  Once you reach the desired glaze consistency, add in the brussel sprouts and toss well.
   
   
   
   10.  Serve Immediately and enjoy!
   
   
   -Deniz
   The Chef in the CIty