Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts
A simple yet delicious side dish, these Kung Pao Brussels sprouts are easy-to-whip-up in the air fryer. Garnished with roasted peanuts and sesame seeds, they can be made in less than 30 minutes.
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Brussels sprouts outer layer peeled and quartered
- 6-10 Dried Red Chili Peppers split, seeds removed
- 1/3 cup Roasted Peanuts either salted or unsalted
For the sauce
- 2 tablespoons Tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce skip for gluten-free
- 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Agave Syrup or honey or maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Red chili paste adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Ginger grated
- 3 cloves Garlic pressed or minced
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Garnish options
- Crushed red pepper flakes optional
- Sesame Seeds white
- 1/3 cup Green onion green part, optional
Instructions
- Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Add the Brussels sprouts and dried chillies to the prepared sauce.
- Air fry at 380°F for 8-10 minutes. Add peanuts and air fry for 1 more minute.
- Take out the Brussels sprouts in a bowl. Garnish with sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, and more roasted peanuts. Enjoy!
Oven Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F. After tossing the Brussels sprouts in the sauce, roast for 20-25 minutes, until they are crispy on the edges and tender inside. Add roasted peanuts. Garnish and serve!
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Notes
Choose fresh: Go for fresh Brussels sprouts in this recipe. I have tried using frozen Brussels sprouts, and they do not work as well. Try choosing similar sized Brussels sprouts as they help in even cooking.
Want them saucier: While the Brussels sprouts are cooking, whip up some extra sauce (skip the cornstarch and sesame oil). Toss the cooked Brussels sprouts in the sauce and serve immediately
Serving: You can serve these Brussels sprouts as an appetizer or as a side to any Asian style rice or main dish.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 871mg | Potassium: 1239mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 2355IU | Vitamin C: 291mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 5mg