Brussels sprouts are one of the most humble, least glamorous vegetables around. They’re often overlooked in favour of other members of the brassica family; but personally, they’re one of my favourites. Rather than just steaming them, I thought it would be great to roast them in a little oil and turn them into a kind of ‘slaw’. I paired them with the natural sweetness of shallots and the rich, smoky umami of sesame. The result is a wonderful side dish which is simple to make and full of flavour; it works great alongside some griddled chicken thighs or steamed fish.
Roasted Brussels Sprout, Shallot, and Sesame Slaw
A flavourful and simple side dish that elevates the humble Brussels sprout by roasting it with shallots and garlic, and finishing it with sesame oil and seeds. Perfect alongside griddled chicken thighs or steamed fish.
Servings: 2 Serves
Calories: 200kcal
Cost: $10
Equipment
- Roasting Dish
Ingredients
- 16 medium-sized Brussels sprouts
- 2 medium-sized shallots
- 2 garlic cloves peeled and finely chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 180C / 350F / Gas Mark 4. Trim the ends off the Brussels sprouts, then chop very finely to make a ‘slaw’ like texture. Do the same with the shallots, and combine them with the garlic in a roasting dish. Toss in the olive oil, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Roast the Vegetables: Transfer the roasting dish to the oven and cook for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir well, then return to the oven for a further 10 minutes.
- Finish with Sesame: Finish by tossing in the sesame oil and seeds.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of garlic based on your preference.
- This slaw can be served warm or at room temperature.
- For added crunch, consider adding some toasted nuts or seeds.
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I never thought I’d enjoy Brussels sprouts this much! Roasting them with shallots and garlic brought out such a rich flavour. The sesame oil and seeds added a nice crunch and a smoky taste that made this slaw stand out. I served it with some grilled chicken thighs, and it was a hit. Even my kids loved it, which is a win in my book!