Description
Michael Symon’s fried Brussels sprouts offer a crispy, tangy side dish packed with bold flavors and irresistible texture. Garlic, lemon, and parmesan cheese elevate these sprouts from simple vegetable to crave-worthy culinary experience you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) brussels sprouts, halved lengthwise
- 3 small shallots, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 fresno or red finger chiles, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsps fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Oil Preparation: Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan to 360°F, creating a stable frying environment for optimal crispiness.
- Sprout Frying: Submerge brussels sprouts in hot oil in batches, rotating occasionally to achieve uniform golden-brown exterior, approximately 2-3 minutes per batch. Transfer fried sprouts to paper towel-lined tray, immediately seasoning with kosher salt.
- Aromatics Crisping: Fry shallots and chiles in the same oil for 1-2 minutes until slightly wrinkled and deepened in color, removing with slotted spoon and placing alongside brussels sprouts.
- Dressing Creation: Whisk maple syrup and fresh lime juice in a large mixing bowl, crafting a vibrant, tangy-sweet coating for the fried ingredients.
- Final Assembly: Gently toss fried brussels sprouts, shallots, and chiles in the maple-lime dressing, ensuring comprehensive and even coverage. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if required.
- Serving: Present immediately while ingredients maintain their crisp texture and warmth, delivering a dynamic flavor profile and satisfying crunch.
Notes
- Maintain Precise Oil Temperature: Consistently keep oil at 360°F to ensure crispy, evenly cooked brussels sprouts without burning.
- Fry in Batches: Work in thirds to prevent overcrowding, which helps maintain oil temperature and achieves maximum crispiness.
- Drain Immediately: Use paper towels to remove excess oil, preventing soggy texture and preserving the sprouts’ delicate crunch.
- Season Quickly: Sprinkle salt right after frying while the brussels sprouts are hot to help seasoning adhere and enhance flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg