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    Asian Brussels Sprouts with Dipping Sauce

    Published: Feb 23, 2021 by Susie Weinrich · This post may contain affiliate links. 5 Comments

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    a plate with roasted brussels sprouts with sesame seeds
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    These Asian Brussels Sprouts make an amazing appetizer or side dish! Brussels sprouts are roasted crispy in the oven and then coated in a sweet and spicy ginger soy glaze. The addition of Sambal Dipping Sauce takes them over the top!

    roasted brussels sprouts on a plate with a dipping sauce
    Table of Contents hide
    1 Why This Recipe Works
    2 Ingredients
    3 Step-by-Step Picture Instructions
    4 Recipe Tips
    5 Related Recipe
    6 Did you make this recipe?!
    7 Asian Brussels Sprouts with Dipping Sauce

    Why This Recipe Works

    • The brussels are roasted to a caramelized crisp in the oven, which helps them hold up to the sauce.
    • The sauce is just enough to add flavor, but not too much to make the brussels soggy.
    • The sauce also has plenty of honey to help it stick to the sprouts.
    • These Asian Brussels are great on their own, but the Sambal Aioli takes them to a whole other level.

    Ingredients

    There are three groups of ingredients you need for this Asian Brussels Sprouts recipe: Brussels Sprouts, the sauce that the brussels get tossed in, and the Sambal dipping sauce ingredients.

    Brussels Sprouts

    Shown below are the ingredients for the brussels sprouts:

    brussels sprouts ingredients on a table with labels
    Ingredients Shown Clockwise: Brussels Sprouts, Olive Oil, Black Pepper, Red Pepper Flakes , Kosher Salt.

    Ginger Soy Glaze

    After the Brussels Sprouts are roasted they are tossed in a sweet and savory glaze. Shown below are the ingredients you need:

    ingredients for an Asian Sauce on a table with labels
    Ingredients Clockwise: Honey, Ginger, Garlic, Soy Sauce, Sesame Oil, Sambal Oelek,

    Ginger – There are two options for adding fresh ginger to this glaze.

    1. Fresh Ginger Nobs – pictured above. My tip here is to use the edge of a spoon to scrap the brown peel from the ginger and then mince or grate the fragrant yellow flesh.
    2. ** Our Preferred Method – Dorot Gardens Frozen Ginger Cubes. There is this AMAZING product at the grocery store in the freezer section. They are little cubes of frozen minced ginger. You literally pop the cubes out of the tray and use them as needed. So easy and so convenient!

    Sambal Aioli

    The final step in this Asian Brussels Sprouts recipe is making an amazing dipping sauce called Sambal Aioli. See the photo below for the ingredients you will need:

    ingredients for Sambal Aioli on a table with text
    Ingredients Clockwise: Lime, Sambal Oelek, Mayo and Honey

    Sambal Oelek – this is an Asian Chili Paste that can be found in the Asian food aisle of the grocery store. It has a similar flavor to Sriracha without being overly garlicky. It will have a slight kick of heat and a tang of vinegar.

    If you buy a bottle you can also use it to make:

    • Saucy Hoisin Meatballs
    • Easy Beef Ramen
    • Instant Pot Beef Ramen

    Step-by-Step Picture Instructions

    Whisk together the ingredients for the Sambal Aioli. Set aside.

    In your oven, move the rack to the lowest level, closest to the heating element.

    Pro Tip: By moving your oven rack to the lowest point your brussels will crisp and caramelize better.

    Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Prep a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Trim the small stem end of each brussels sprouts and then halve each one. In a large bowl toss the prepped brussels sprouts, olive oil, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes together.

    how to trim brussels sprouts
    tossing prepped brussels sprouts in oil

    Place the brussels on the baking sheet CUT SIDE DOWN.

    Pro Tip: Do not crowd the brussels on the pan or they will steam instead of roast. Also by placing the brussels cut side down the edges of each layers of leaves will caramelize and crisp.

    brussels sprouts on a baking sheet
    roasted brussels sprouts on a baking sheet

    Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes. You want them to be browned and crisp but not mushy on the inside.

    While the brussels are roasting make the ginger soy glaze.

    saucepan with a garlic ginger sauce

    In a small saucepan over medium-low heat add the honey, soy sauce, sesame oil and sambal. Simmer for about 1 minute.

    Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh ginger and minced garlic.

    Pro Tip: adding the garlic and ginger after the sauce simmers ensures the garlic won’t burn and allows the flavors to be bright and fresh!

    pouring ginger soy glaze over the brussels
    tossing roasted brussels in an Asian sauce

    Toss the cooked brussels in the ginger soy glaze, serve immediately with a side of the Sambal Aioli.

    Recipe Tips

    • Take the extra step to make sure the brussels are cut side down on the baking pan.
    • Use the parchment paper to roast the brussels, it helps them crisp without sticking to the pan.
    • Move the baking rack to the lowest position in the oven. It helps make your brussels nice and caramelized.
    • Don’t overcook your brussels or they will be mushy.
    a plate with roasted brussels sprouts with sesame seeds

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    • a bowl of sambal aioli with a brussel sprout dipping in
      Sambal Aioli

    Susie Weinrich washing produce

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    brussels sprouts on a plate with a dipping sauce

    Asian Brussels Sprouts with Dipping Sauce

    An amazing appetizer or side dish! Brussels sprouts are roasted crispy in the oven and then coated in a sweet and spicy Asian inspired sauce. Dip them in the Sambal Aioli for an extra kick of flavor.
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 12 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 22 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 187kcal
    Author: Susie Weinrich

    Equipment

    • Large rimmed baking sheet (13×18)
    • Parchment paper

    Ingredients

    Brussels Sprouts

    • 1 lb (up to 1 ¼ lb) fresh brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
    • 3 tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ¼ teaspoon each : black pepper and red pepper flakes

    Ginger Soy Glaze

    • 2 tablespoon honey
    • 2 teaspoon soy sauce
    • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
    • 1 teaspoon Sambal
    • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger peeled and finely minced
    • 1 fresh garlic clove minced

    Sambal Aioli Dipping Sauce

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      Instructions

      • Whisk together the ingredients for the Sambal Aioli. Set aside.
        ¼ cup mayonnaise,1 tablespoon Sambal Oelek, 2 teaspoon honey, ½ teaspoon fresh lime juice
      • Move your oven rack to the lowest level, closest to the heating element.
        Pro Tip: By moving your oven rack to the lowest point your brussels will crisp and caramelize better.
        Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Prep a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
      • Trim the small stem end of each brussels sprouts and then halve each one.
        In a large bowl toss the prepped brussels sprouts, olive oil, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes together.
        1 lb (up to 1 ¼ lb) fresh brussels sprouts, 3 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon each : black pepper and red pepper flakes
      • Place the brussels on the baking sheet CUT SIDE DOWN.
        Pro Tip: Do not crowd the brussels on the pan or they will steam instead of roast.
      • Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes. You want them to be browned and crisp but not mushy on the inside.
      • While the brussels are roasting make the ginger soy glaze:
        In a small saucepan over medium-low heat simmer together the honey, soy sauce, sesame oil and sambal for 1 minute.
        2 tablespoon honey, 2 teaspoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, 1 teaspoon Sambal
      • Remove from the heat and add the garlic and ginger.
        1 teaspoon fresh ginger, 1 fresh garlic clove
      • Toss the roasted brussels with the ginger soy glaze.
      • Serve immediately with a side of Sambal Aioli!

      Notes:

      Recipe Tips:
      • Take the extra step to make sure the brussels are cut side down on the baking pan.
      • Use the parchment paper to roast the brussels, it helps them crisp without sticking to the pan.
      • Move the baking rack to the lowest position in the oven. It helps make your brussels nice and caramelized.
      • Don’t overcook your brussels or they will be mushy.
       
      ** Nutrition does not include the Sambal Aioli.
      Did you try this recipe? Connect with me & let me know how it turned out by commenting below!
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      Serving: 1serving | Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 488mg | Potassium: 463mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 858IU | Vitamin C: 97mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg

      If nutrition facts are provided they are calculated as an estimate to the best of our knowledge.

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      Susie Weinrich is the recipe developer, food photographer, and content creator behind Mom's Dinner. She has over 20 years experience in the food industry. Currently, Susie shares all her recipes and food knowledge on Mom's Dinner. You will find her recipes are easy to follow and full of tips and tricks to make sure the recipe you are making turns out perfect!

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      1. Anna LaMont

        March 09, 2022 at 6:08 am

        5 stars
        We make this as a side at least once a week without the dipping sauce. We love it! We also will make the sauce for other veggies as well as put it on chicken.

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      2. Toshia Long

        November 29, 2021 at 10:01 pm

        Where should you place the oven rack off you have a convection oven and only have a top heating element?

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        • Susie Weinrich

          November 30, 2021 at 7:27 am

          Just in the middle position.

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      3. TAS

        February 28, 2021 at 10:02 am

        5 stars
        These are delicious!

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      4. Joan Rude

        February 26, 2021 at 2:06 pm

        5 stars
        The best!! What a great way to enjoy healthy veggies! Thanks for such a delicious recipe!

        Reply

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