Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Name: Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds brussels sprouts, halved; 5 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled ginger; 2 tablespoons hot chili paste (sambal oelek); 6 dried chiles de arbol, lightly crushed; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 3 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons unseasoned rice vinegar; 1/3 cup unsalted, roasted peanuts

Servings: persons

2 pounds brussels sprouts, halved
5 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled ginger
2 tablespoons hot chili paste (sambal oelek)
6 dried chiles de arbol, lightly crushed
1/2 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1/3 cup unsalted, roasted peanuts

1
Preheat oven to 425u00b0. Toss brussels sprouts and 4 tablespoons oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Roast, tossing once, until softened (but not soft) and browned, 20-25 minutes. Set aside.
2
Meanwhile, mix cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl until smooth.
3
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring often, until garlic is golden brown, about 2 minutes.
4
Add chili paste and cook, stirring, until darkened, about 2 minutes. Add chiles, soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, and 1/2 cup water and bring to a boil; stir in cornstarch slurry. Simmer, stirring, until sauce coats spoon, about 2 minutes. Let cool slightly.
5
Toss brussels sprouts with sauce and serve topped with peanuts.

426

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds brussels sprouts, halved, 5 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided, Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts

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