Crispy Honey-Soy Brussels Sprouts (Printable)

Golden roasted Brussels sprouts glazed with honey-soy and topped with toasted sesame seeds.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

→ Glaze

02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce (regular or low-sodium)
03 - 2 tbsp honey
04 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
05 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

→ For Roasting

08 - 2 tbsp olive oil
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Garnish

11 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
12 - 2 tbsp thinly sliced green onions (optional)
13 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread Brussels sprouts cut side down on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
04 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
05 - While roasting, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl.
06 - Remove roasted Brussels sprouts from oven and transfer to a large bowl. Pour glaze over and toss to coat evenly.
07 - Return glazed sprouts to the baking sheet and broil on high for 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely until caramelized but not burnt.
08 - Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, green onions, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They turn crispy on the outside and tender inside, nothing like the mushy sprouts you might remember from childhood.
  • The glaze caramelizes under the broiler and creates sticky, sweet edges that disappear from the pan in minutes.
  • You can prep everything in ten minutes and let the oven do the work while you finish the rest of dinner.
02 -
  • Don't skip the broiler step, that's where the glaze turns into sticky, caramelized magic and the sprouts get their addictive edges.
  • Make sure the Brussels sprouts are completely dry before tossing them in oil, any moisture will steam them instead of crisping them up.
  • Watch them closely under the broiler because the honey can go from perfectly caramelized to burnt in seconds.
03 -
  • Use a large baking sheet and don't overcrowd the sprouts, they need space to roast instead of steam.
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for a minute before sprinkling them on, it brings out their nutty flavor and makes them even more fragrant.
  • If your sprouts are on the larger side, quarter them instead of halving so they cook evenly and get crispy all over.
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