Cat Cora's Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

Elevate your vegetable side dish game with Cat Cora’s Caramelized Brussels Sprouts—a recipe that transforms everyday ingredients into an elegant, flavor-packed masterpiece. Featuring perfectly golden, pan-seared Brussels sprouts, sweet shallots, and a touch of honey-balsamic glaze, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy. A hint of garlic and optional crunchy toasted pecans take the flavor profile to the next level, while olive oil and butter ensure a rich caramelization that’s absolutely irresistible. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners alike. Serve these caramelized Brussels sprouts as a standout side dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Brussels sprouts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 Shallots, thinly sliced
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup Toasted pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half lengthwise.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and unsalted butter. Allow the butter to melt and combine with the oil.

Step 3

Once the pan is hot, add the Brussels sprouts in a single layer, cut side down. Let them cook undisturbed for about 5–7 minutes or until the cut sides are golden brown and caramelized.

Step 4

Stir the sprouts and add the sliced shallots. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shallots become soft and fragrant.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring to ensure it does not burn.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium-low. Stir in the balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Toss the mixture to evenly coat the Brussels sprouts.

Step 7

Allow the mixture to cook for another 2–3 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.

Step 8

If using, sprinkle toasted pecans over the sprouts for added crunch and flavor.

Step 9

Remove the pan from heat, transfer the caramelized Brussels sprouts to a serving dish, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(600.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	905.4

Total Fat 72.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 1275.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.2g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 20.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 175.5mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 293.0mg	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: 67.6%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 23.8%