Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Maple-Mustard Glaze Recipe
Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Maple-Mustard Glaze is a quick and flavorful side dish featuring sautéed Brussels sprouts coated in a sticky, sweet, and tangy maple-mustard glaze. Topped with sharp white cheddar and crunchy toasted pumpkin seeds, this recipe offers the perfect balance of crispiness and rich flavor, ready in just 20 minutes. Ideal for pairing with fish, chicken, sandwiches, or as an enticing appetizer, this dish is perfect for any season and easy enough for weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Brussels Sprouts
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
Glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar (or sherry vinegar)
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Toppings
- 1/4 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Brussels Sprouts: Trim the stem ends off the Brussels sprouts and remove the tough outer leaves, then slice them in half lengthwise. This should take about 5 minutes. For convenience, sprouts can be trimmed and sliced up to 2 days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Make the Maple-Mustard Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, white wine vinegar, mustard powder, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined and smooth.
- Sauté the Brussels Sprouts: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the halved Brussels sprouts. Cover and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, occasionally lifting the lid to stir gently every few minutes so the sprouts get tender and nicely browned on their cut edges. Avoid stirring too frequently to allow crispy browning.
- Add the Glaze: Pour the maple-mustard glaze over the sautéed sprouts and cook uncovered for 1 to 2 minutes while stirring gently, allowing the glaze to caramelize and coat the sprouts beautifully.
- Finish with Thyme and Pumpkin Seeds: Stir in fresh thyme leaves and toasted pumpkin seeds for an earthy aroma and crunchy texture.
- Plate and Garnish: Transfer the glazed Brussels sprouts to a serving platter and generously grate sharp white cheddar cheese over the top. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute the cheddar cheese with nutritional yeast or your preferred dairy-free cheese alternative.
- Add chili flakes or thinly sliced Fresno chile to the glaze for a spicy kick.
- For extra richness, add crumbled crispy bacon on top before serving.
- Medium heat is crucial to avoid burning the sprouts before they become tender.
- Stir only every few minutes during sautéing to encourage crispy, caramelized edges.
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