Brussels Sprouts with Black Bean Garlic Sauce

Transform everyday Brussels sprouts into a bold, flavor-packed dish with this recipe for Brussels Sprouts with Black Bean Garlic Sauce. Perfectly caramelized Brussels sprouts are tossed in a savory, umami-rich sauce made with black bean garlic sauce, soy sauce, a touch of honey or maple syrup, and a hint of rice vinegar for balance. Grated ginger and minced garlic add depth, while optional red chili flakes lend a subtle heat. Garnished with crunchy sesame seeds and fresh scallions, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an easy yet impressive side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main when served over steamed rice. Ideal for weeknight dinners or as a standout addition to your next dinner spread!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Brussels sprouts
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Black bean garlic sauce
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
• 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 2 Scallions (thinly sliced for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends off the Brussels sprouts and slice each one in half lengthwise.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Place the Brussels sprouts cut-side down in a single layer in the skillet. Cook undisturbed for 4–5 minutes until golden brown and crisp on the bottom.

Step 4

Flip the Brussels sprouts and continue to cook for another 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but still crisp.

Step 5

While the Brussels sprouts cook, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together black bean garlic sauce, soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Add red chili flakes if desired for a spicy kick.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and add the sauce to the skillet. Stir well to evenly coat the Brussels sprouts. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.

Step 7

Remove from heat and transfer the Brussels sprouts to a serving dish.

Step 8

Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions. Serve immediately as a side dish or pair with cooked rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(641.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	590.7

Total Fat 28.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2273.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 22.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 210.0mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 283.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.3%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 45.5%