Sriracha Sweet Chili Brussels Sprouts
Add some spark to your table with these flavor-packed Brussels sprouts! Sriracha Sweet Chili Brussels Sprouts are a little bit spicy, a little bit sweet and a whole lot wonderful! Great on the side with Thai Red Curry Chicken Legs!
Why This Recipe is a Keeper!
These sweet and spicy Brussels sprouts are definitely NOT your average Brussels sprout!
If you’re a regular reader, then you know Brussels sprouts are my all-time favorite vegetable and I eat them frequently. Because I do eat them so frequently, I always look for new ways to prepare them. This way is one of my go-to recipes because it’s so simple and delicious!
Like my Maple Bacon Gochujang Brussels Sprouts, this spicy and slightly sweet recipe is super easy and basically involves the marriage of two condiments you may already have on hand: Sriracha hot sauce and sweet chili sauce. Add a little oil, salt and pepper and that’s all you need!
Sriracha Sweet Chili Brussels Sprouts pair perfectly with Asian-inspired dishes like Beef Lettuce Wraps. They also make a great appetizer. Simply roast them whole, place a toothpick or other party pick in them and serve!
Let’s make ’em!
How to make Sriracha Sweet Chili Brussels Sprouts:
Recipe Ingredients:
Here’s everything you’ll need to make these sweet and spicy Brussels sprouts along with how to prep the ingredients. See the recipe card below for the exact quantities.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions:
- Brussels Sprouts: When buying Brussels sprouts, look for bright green heads with tightly packed leaves. They should be firm and heavy for their size. Avoid any with yellowing leaves or black spots. Small sprouts are usually sweeter than large ones. Use within 3 to 4 days of purchasing because they tend to take on a more “cabbagey” flavor the older they get.
- Canola Oil: Use any neutral-flavored oil such as grapeseed.
- Sriracha: Also known as “rooster sauce,” it has become as popular as Tabasco sauce. Sriracha was first produced by a Thai woman in the town of Si Racha, Thailand. It’s made with chili peppers, distilled vinegar, garlic, sugar and salt.
- Sweet Chili Sauce: Also known as Thai sweet chili sauce, this condiment is popular in Thai, Afghan and Malaysian cuisine. It’s made with red chili peppers (often Fresno chile, Thai or red jalapeños), rice wine vinegar, garlic, sometimes fish sauce and sugar.
Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Gather and prep all the ingredients.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Spread the halved Brussels sprouts out on a nonstick baking sheet or line a baking sheet with nonstick aluminum foil.
- Drizzle the oil over the Brussels sprouts, toss to coat and season with salt and black pepper.
- Drizzle Sriracha hot sauce over the Brussels sprouts and toss to coat again.
- Turn the Brussels sprouts so they’re cut side down.
- Roast for 20 minutes or until lightly browned and tender.
- Pour the sweet chili sauce over the Brussels sprouts and stir. Return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes to heat through then serve immediately.
How easy was that? You’ve got spicy, sticky, wonderful Sriracha Sweet Chili Brussels Sprouts!
Chef Tip:
- I’m right-handed, and when trimming and halving Brussels sprouts, I often nick my thumb with the paring knife. It doesn’t break the skin, but my thumb does become sensitive. To prevent that, I always wear a disposable glove. Alternatively, you could wear a fingertip protector or place a bandage over your thumb for added protection.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Although these Brussels sprouts reheat fine, the reheated product is probably not what you want to serve guests. Have the Brussels sprouts all trimmed and halved then proceed with roasting them as directed.
This flavor combination is also delicious with broccoli, broccolini and green beans!
Storage:
- Refrigerate all leftovers and consume them within 4 to 5 days for the best flavor.
Serve with:
- Thai Beef Lettuce Wraps with Mint Dressing and Vegetable Slaw
- Asian Beef and Shishito Pepper Skewers
- Spicy Asian Pork Cabbage Rolls
- Asian Chicken Meatballs
- Hoisin Glazed Pork Meatballs and Rice Noodles with Cabbage and Carrots
More amazing Brussels sprouts recipes you’ll love!
- Lemon Parmesan Crusted Brussels Sprouts
- Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Sweet Chili Orange Glaze
- Brussels Sprouts Gratin
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Brown Butter and Almonds
- Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
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Sriracha Sweet Chili Brussels Sprouts
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds Brussels sprouts - trimmed and halved
- 2 – 3 tablespoons canola oil - or other neutral oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper - to taste
- 1/4 cup Sriracha hot sauce
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spread Brussels sprouts out on nonstick baking sheet or alternately, line a baking sheet with nonstick aluminum foil.
- Drizzle oil over Brussels sprouts, toss to coat and season with salt and black pepper.
- Drizzle Sriracha hot sauce over Brussels sprouts and toss to coat again.
- Roast for 20 minutes or until lightly browned and tender.
- Pour sweet chili sauce over Brussels sprouts and stir. Return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes then serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
- When trimming and halving Brussels sprouts, it’s easy to repeatedly nick your thumb with the paring knife, so wear a disposable glove or fingertip cot or wrap it with a bandage.
- Trim and halve the Brussels sprouts so they’re ready to roast.
Nutrition
These are estimated values generated from a nutritional database using unbranded products. Please do your own research with the products you’re using if you have a serious health issue or are following a specific diet.