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Brussels Sprouts with Thai Dressing

A vibrant and tangy dish featuring crunchy Brussels sprouts tossed in a spicy Thai dressing, perfect for adding excitement to any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Asian, Thai
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1-2 pieces Thai chilies, or to taste adjust based on heat preference
  • 1.5 Tbsp palm sugar, finely chopped and tightly packed can substitute with brown sugar
  • 1.5 Tbsp good fish sauce look for one with no artificial ingredients
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 small head shallots, julienned
For the Brussels Sprouts
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts (small to medium size), cut in half
  • a pinch salt
  • 0.25 cup roasted peanuts or cashews, roughly chopped customize your nuts
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil for cooking high smoke point oil recommended
For Garnish
  • 6-8 sprigs cilantro, leaves separated use for garnish

Method
 

Make the Dressing
  1. In a mortar and pestle, pound together the garlic, Thai chilies, and chopped cilantro stems into a smooth paste.
  2. Add the palm sugar and continue to pound until melted.
  3. Blend in the fish sauce and lime juice, then stir in the julienned shallots and let it sit.
Cook the Brussels Sprouts
  1. Stovetop Method: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the halved Brussels sprouts and salt, and cook for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown and tender.
  2. Oven Method: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Toss the Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and salt on a baking sheet. Roast for about 15 minutes or until golden and slightly crispy.
Combine and Serve
  1. Toss the warm Brussels sprouts in the dressing and finish with cilantro leaves and chopped peanuts or cashews.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Let ingredients sit at room temperature for optimal results, especially fish sauce and lime juice. You can customize the spiciness to your preference.