Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

This honey balsamic Brussels sprouts recipe yields a savory side dish you will want to try!  These yummy vegetables are a family favorite and adding the sweet tangy flavor of balsamic and honey offers a unique spin on typical roasted or sautéed Brussels sprouts.

Brussels Sprouts Fun Fact: According to thektchn.com, these tiny cabbages were named after the capital of Belgium, which is Brussels, as the vegetable was cultivated there back in the 16th century.  It was news to me that the correct spelling is “Brussels sprouts” with an ‘s’ and not “Brussel sprouts”.  I am not alone, as many Americans tend to miss this because we pronounce Brussels as the French do, with a silent ‘s’.

Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need about 1.5 pounds of fresh Brussels sprouts, 1/4 finely chopped red onion, 2 large garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons butter, 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and a dash of pepper.

How to Prepare these Brussels Sprouts

First, wash the Brussels sprouts by rinsing them thoroughly in a colander.  Then, trim the stem sides and cut them in half. Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan on medium-low heat.  Next, stir in the Brussels sprouts, tossing them with a wooden spoon to coat them in olive oil.

Now, add the chopped onions and butter pads on top of the Brussels and let melt.

Once the butter has melted, stir to coat.   Cook for 15 minutes, caramelizing onions and browning the Brussels sprouts evenly.

Next, put the lid on with a slight air gap to steam the Brussels while they are sautéing for 5 – 10 more minutes.   Adjust the time based on how cooked you prefer your vegetables.  At 5 minutes time, they will still be slightly crunchy, or at 10 they will be softer.

Remove the lid, add the minced or pressed garlic, stir, and continue cooking on medium low for 1 minute or until the garlic is fragrant. Add honey and balsamic vinegar and stir to coat while continuing to cook on low.  Then finally add salt and a dash of pepper.  Stir one final time and then let cook for 2 more minutes uncovered.  The onions, loose leaves, and outsides of the Brussels sprouts should be caramelized and saucey.

Tips and Serving Suggestions for this Side Dish

• These honey balsamic Brussels sprouts are a perfect complement to this Simple & Delicious Grilled Chicken or Grilled Tri-tip.
• Sautéing with an air gap is so easy using this Universal Lid by Made In Cookware. Check it out!
• If you love Brussels sprouts, you may also love this recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta.

Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

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• Author: Gnarly Roots
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 4 1x

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Sweet and tangy flavor to one of our favorite veggies!

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Ingredients

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• 1.5 pounds of Brussel sprouts, halved
• 1/4 finely chopped red onion
• 2 large cloves of garlic or equivalent (4 small)
• 3 T olive oil
• 2 TBS butter
• 3 T honey
• 2 T balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp salt
• dash of pepper

 

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Instructions

1. First, wash the Brussels sprouts by rinsing them thoroughly in a colander.  Then, trim the stem sides and cut them in half.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan on medium-low heat.  Next, stir in the Brussels sprouts, tossing them with a wooden spoon to coat them in olive oil.
3. Now, add the chopped onions and butter pads on top of the Brussels and let melt.
4. Once the butter has melted, stir to coat.   Cook for 15 minutes, caramelizing onions and browning the Brussels sprouts evenly.
5. Next, put the lid on with a slight air gap to steam the Brussels while they are sautéing for 5 – 10 more minutes.   Adjust the time based on how cooked you prefer your vegetables.  At 5 minutes, they will still be slightly crunchy, or at 10 they will be softer.
6. Remove the lid, add the minced or pressed garlic, stir, and continue cooking on medium-low for 1 minute or until the garlic is fragrant.
7. Add honey and balsamic vinegar and stir to coat while continuing to cook on low.
8. Then finally add salt and a dash of pepper.  Stir one final time and then let cook for 2 more minutes uncovered.  The onions, loose leaves, and outsides of the Brussels sprouts should be caramelized and saucy.

Notes

• These honey balsamic Brussels sprouts are a perfect complement to this Simple & Delicious Grilled Chicken or Grilled Tri-tip.
• Sautéing with an air gap is so easy using this Universal Lid by Made In Cookware. Check it out!
• If you love Brussels sprouts, you may also love this recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta.

• Prep Time: 10
• Cook Time: 30
• Category: veggie sides