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Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Shallots

Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Shallots: A Flavorful Twist

This recipe for Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Shallots is a perfect healthy side dish for Thanksgiving, combining earthy flavors with sweet shallots.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brussels Sprouts
  • 1 lb Brussels Sprouts Can substitute with green beans or broccoli
  • 2 tbsp Neutral Oil Olive oil can be used for more flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Caramelized Shallots
  • 3 medium Shallots Yellow or red onions are great substitutes
  • 2 tbsp Butter Can substitute with olive oil for dairy-free
  • 2 tbsp Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup can be used
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used for a milder flavor
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Powder Adjust according to preference
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Apple cider vinegar can be used if needed
  • 1/2 cup Hazelnuts Can use pecans or walnuts

Equipment

  • oven
  • Wide pot
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425ºF (220ºC).
  2. Melt butter over medium heat in a wide pot. Add thinly sliced shallots and cook for 15–30 minutes until caramelized and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in chopped hazelnuts and cook for an additional 5–6 minutes until lightly toasted and aromatic.
  4. Whisk together maple syrup, smoked paprika, cayenne powder, and lemon juice. Pour over the shallots and hazelnuts, cooking for another 2–3 minutes.
  5. Halve the Brussels sprouts and arrange cut-side down on a baking sheet. Drizzle with neutral oil and season with salt.
  6. Roast the Brussels sprouts in the preheated oven for 17–20 minutes until golden-brown and tender.
  7. Combine roasted Brussels sprouts with caramelized shallots and serve on a platter or mix in a bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 85mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider caramelizing shallots a day in advance; store in the fridge and combine with roasted sprouts just before serving for a warm side dish.

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