Chinese Brussels Sprouts Recipe: Stir-fried Brussels Sprouts with a Glaze!
How do you like your Brussels sprouts? Crunchy or mushy? I bet you love the crackling sound of biting your Brussels sprouts. If you don’t make them the right way, Brussels sprouts will lose their charm. So, I am gonna make stir-fried Brussels sprouts that will have a crispy texture and taste delicious.
Follow this Chinese Brussels sprouts recipe to make glazing sprouts that are mildly spicy, but won’t numb your mouth. It takes very few ingredients and a short period of time. The full recipe is given below with the nutritional values and secret tips.
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Recipe Overview
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| Course: Side dish | Cuisine: Chinese | Difficulty: Easy | ||
| Total Time: 15 minutes | ||||
| Serving | Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Calories | |
| 4 persons | 5 minutes | 10 minutes | 128 kcal | |
Ingredients Needed for the Recipe
You will need the following ingredients to make this recipe. Note them down so that you find them easily.
- Brussels Sprouts: 500g of Brussels sprouts
- Oyster Sauce: 1 tbsp
- Dried Chili: 2-3 pcs, cut into segments
- Sichuan Peppercorn: 5-6 pcs
- Olive Oil: 1 tbsp
- Salt: 1 tbsp
Just these ingredients are enough to make tasty Brussels sprouts. Let’s move on to the cooking process.
Chinese Brussels Sprouts Recipe: Step-By-Step Instructions
Blanching is a crucial step of this recipe. Here are all the steps in the right order.
Step 1: Cut the Brussels Sprouts
Take the sprouts on a chopping board and cut each sprout in half. It will make cooking the sprouts faster.
Step 2: Blanch the Sprouts
Boil water in a large pot. Add 1 tbsp of salt to the water. Throw the sprouts into the boiling water and blanch them for a few minutes. Once the water starts boiling again, remove the sprouts from the water.
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Step 3: Infuse Oil with Spices
Heat olive oil in a pan. When the oil is hot, add the dried chili segments and Sichuan peppercorns to the oil. Stir them for a few seconds to infuse the flavor into the oil. Then, remove the spices from the oil.
Step 4: Stir-fry the Brussels Sprouts
Add the blanched sprouts to the spice-infused oil. Stir-fry the sprouts for a few minutes. Then, add 1 tbsp of oyster sauce and a pinch of salt to the sprouts. Continue frying them until the outside is slightly browned. Tasty and crispy Brussels sprouts are ready to serve now!
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Nutrition Facts of the Recipe
You get 128 calories in each serving of Chinese Brussels sprouts. It is also a very good source of other essential nutrients mentioned below.
- Total Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 5g
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 0g
- Total Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Total Sugar: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 348mg
- Potassium: 22mg
- Calcium: 64mg
- Iron: 0.3mg
- Vitamin C: 33mg
- Vitamin D: 13mcg
Do’s and Don’ts of the Recipe
My dad used to make great sprouts. He shared the following tips with me.
Do’s
- You should always cut the Brussels sprouts in half before frying them. This way, the flat side keeps the sprouts stable on the pan.
- As the sprouts are blanched in salty water, you just need to lightly season them while frying.
Don’ts
- Don’t blanch Brussels sprouts for a long time. It will make the sprouts soft and mushy.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying Brussels sprouts. It will result in soggy sprouts. If you have a lot of sprouts to fry, do that in small batches.
Chinese Brussels Sprouts Recipe
Ingredients
Method
- Take the sprouts on a chopping board and cut each sprout in half. It will make cooking the sprouts faster.
- Boil water in a large pot. Add 1 tbsp of salt to the water. Throw the sprouts into the boiling water and blanch them for a few minutes. Once the water starts boiling again, remove the sprouts from the water.
- Heat olive oil in a pan. When the oil is hot, add the dried chili segments and Sichuan peppercorns to the oil. Stir them for a few seconds to infuse the flavor into the oil. Then, remove the spices from the oil.
- Add the blanched sprouts to the spice-infused oil. Stir-fry the sprouts for a few minutes. Then, add 1 tbsp of oyster sauce and a pinch of salt to the sprouts. Continue frying them until the outside is slightly browned. Tasty and crispy Brussels sprouts are ready to serve now!
FAQs
You will learn some interesting things from the answers to frequently asked questions about this recipe.
Are there any specific sauces to use in Chinese Brussels Sprouts dishes?
Oyster sauce is commonly used to give a glazed appearance to Brussels sprouts. Other than that, fish sauce, mustard sauce, or pomegranate molasses are also used in Brussels sprouts dishes.
How to ensure that the Brussels sprouts remain crispy and not overcooked?
You need to blanch the Brussels sprouts for a few minutes. After blanching, stir-fry them for about 7-8 minutes. If you blanch or fry them for longer, they won’t remain crispy.
Is there a traditional garnish used to enhance the presentation of the dish?
Brussels sprouts usually don’t require any garnish. You can garnish this dish with sesame oil, sesame seeds, or fresh herbs if you want. Also, you can use some Sriracha sauce to make the Brussels sprouts spicier.
What main dish can I serve with Chinese Brussels sprouts?
Bacon is one of the top choices for serving with this dish. You can also serve slow-roasted pork belly, roasted beef, chicken, or fish items with stir-fried Brussels sprouts.
Conclusion
Brussels sprouts are one of my favorite vegetables due to their crunchiness. This heart vegetable is also full of flavor and nutrients. But if you don’t know the right recipe, you might end up with mushy or soggy Brussels sprouts. Following this Chinese Brussels sprouts recipe will eliminate that risk.
Make this easy dish whenever you want and enjoy the crispy goodness of Brussels sprouts. I don’t recommend storing these vegetables in the fridge, as the reheated sprouts may not taste the same. Make them fresh and enjoy the earthy flavor.
