Thursday, July 26, 2012

Brussels Sprouts- not the enemy you thought they were

Lets face it, the Brussels Sprout gets a bad rap. It is the go-to- gag vegetable every time, but in truth it is actually delicious if you cook it right!!!

I am on a mission to win you over! Brussels sprouts will no longer be bullied after you try this delicious recipe. 

I am going to call this dish Yummy Brussels Sprouts as the sprouts get a wonderful crust which is slightly sweet, garlicky and salty- think BBQ flavour...its so easy and so delicious. 

WHAT ARE THEY GOOD FOR?
- Lowering cholesterol 
- Maintains thyroid health
- Cancer fighting properties
- Anti-inflammatory
- Good source of Vitamin K & C


HOW TO COOK BRUSSELS SPROUTS:
- Cook them too long and they will be mushy- yuck
- Cook them for not long enough and they will be crunchy and harsh tasting- yuck
- Brussels sprouts need to be 'al dente', cook them till the leaves turn a brilliant green and the little white cores begin to go slightly transparent.
- The trick is to give them some colour, you dont want to burn them but you want to cook them in the pan till they develop a golden-caramel crust. 

TO MAKE YUMMY BRUSSELS SPROUTS-

Cut your brussels sprouts in half and place them cut side down in a fry pan that has been sprayed with a little spray oil (I use rice bran oil). 

Let them cook over a medium-high heat until they begin to slightly soften and develop a bit of golden charring. (4-5 min)

Turn them over and cook on the other side and do the same. (4-5 min) 

I LOVE 'Kona Coast Island Teriyaki Marinade and Sauce' it is so delicious! I spoon that (maybe 2-3 spoons for 8-9 whole sprouts) over the brussel sprouts just to coat them. Toss it around and cook it on medium-high to give the brussel sprouts some color. 

Serve. 

SO DELICIOUS!! You will LOVE brussels sprouts after this I promise!! 

Recipe is so quick and easy, it literally takes 10 minutes to cook and 2 minutes to prep!

ENJOY! 

Disclaimer: If you are not sold on the brussels sprouts after this recipe leave a comment! Would love to hear what you think. 

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