Brussels Sprouts with Gochujang Butter

 Here's a delicious recipe for Brussels Sprouts with Gochujang Butter—a spicy, savory twist on roasted Brussels sprouts:

Ingredients:

1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Gochujang Butter:

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean fermented chili paste)

1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for a hint of sweetness)

1 teaspoon rice vinegar

1 clove garlic, minced

Optional Garnishes:

Toasted sesame seeds

Thinly sliced green onions

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Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Prepare the Brussels Sprouts:

Toss the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out in a single layer on a baking sheet, cut side down for maximum caramelization.

3. Roast:

Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are crispy and golden brown on the edges.

4. Make the Gochujang Butter:

In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, gochujang, honey (if using), rice vinegar, and minced garlic until well combined.

5. Toss with Gochujang Butter:

Remove the roasted Brussels sprouts from the oven and immediately toss them with the gochujang butter until evenly coated.

6. Serve:

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.

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Tips:

For extra crunch, add chopped toasted nuts like almonds or cashews.

Adjust the level of gochujang to suit your spice tolerance.

Enjoy your spicy and flavorful Brussels sprouts!