Description
Barefoot Contessa’s Roasted Brussels Sprouts elevate humble greens into a restaurant-worthy side dish. Crispy edges, caramelized surfaces, and rich olive oil make these sprouts a delectable companion to any main course you’ll want to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 675 grams (1.5 pounds) Brussels sprouts
Essential Flavor Enhancers:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning:
- 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 200°C (fan 180°C) / 400°F / Gas Mark 6, ensuring the rack is positioned in the middle for even cooking.
- Meticulously clean Brussels sprouts by trimming off tough stem ends and discarding any discolored or wilted outer leaves.
- Transfer sprouts to a spacious mixing bowl and generously drizzle with olive oil, then season thoroughly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring each sprout is uniformly coated.
- Arrange the seasoned sprouts in a single, uncrowded layer on a large rimmed baking sheet, allowing enough space between them to promote crispy caramelization.
- Roast the Brussels sprouts for 35-40 minutes, using tongs to gently shake and rotate the tray every 12-15 minutes to guarantee even browning and prevent burning.
- Check doneness by piercing with a fork; sprouts should be golden brown externally and tender internally with a slight resistance when pierced.
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with an additional pinch of kosher salt to enhance the roasted flavor profile before serving hot.
Notes
- Select Brussels sprouts with uniform sizes to guarantee consistent roasting and caramelization.
- Pat sprouts completely dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture, which prevents soggy results and promotes crispy edges.
- Heat baking sheet in the oven before adding sprouts to create an instant sizzle and enhance golden-brown coloration.
- Spread sprouts in a single layer with space between each one, allowing hot air to circulate and create perfect crunchiness.
- Rotate and flip sprouts midway through cooking to develop rich, even browning across all surfaces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 109
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 269mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg