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Skillet-Charred Brussels Sprouts with Sesame and Scallions

Skillet-Charred Brussels Sprouts with Sesame and Scallions

By Courtney HillOctober 13, 2020

  • Makes
    4 servings
  • Cook Time
    30 minutes
  • Rating

These Brussels sprouts are salty-sweet, with umami from fish sauce and subtle spiciness from Sriracha. Loads of toasted sesame seeds add a nuttiness that accentuates the toasty notes from the sprouts’ deep char. This is an excellent side to any Asian-inspired meal or even alongside simple grilled steak, chicken or fish.

Ingredients
  • 1

    pound small to medium Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

  • 1

    tablespoon neutral oil

  • 2

    teaspoons honey, plus more to serve

  • Kosher salt and ground black pepper

  • 3

    tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

  • 5

    teaspoons fish sauce

  • 2

    teaspoons Sriracha

  • 3

    scallions, cut into 1-inch lengths

In a medium bowl, toss the sprouts with the oil, honey, 1/2 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high until droplets of water evaporate in 1 to 2 seconds. Place the sprouts cut side down in the pan, then reduce to medium; reserve the bowl. Cook until deeply browned, then flip and cook until tender. Return the sprouts to the bowl. Add the sesame seeds, fish sauce, Sriracha and scallions, then toss. Season with salt, pepper and honey.