Red Lobster Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts
trimmed, halved
- 2 tbsp butter
melted
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/3 cup French Fried Onions
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1.5 tsp ginger
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees
- 2
Cut Brussels sprouts in half - be sure to keep all the loose outer leaves! They get super crispy!
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, oil, salt and pepper
- 4
Add in Brussels sprouts and pour onto a rimmed sheet pan lined with parchment paper
- 5
Place baking sheet in oven and roast for 30-35 minutes until sprouts are crispy. Stir after 15 minutes
- 6
With 5-10 minutes left on oven, in a small saucepan or skillet, combine honey, sugar, soy sauce, butter and ginger and bring to a boil.
- 7
Lower heat to simmer and whisk until thickened. Remove from heat.
- 8
Remove Brussels sprouts from the oven and place back in large bowl. Toss with sauce mixture.
- 9
Pour into serving bowl and top with crispy fried onions and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and serve.
Red Lobster Crispy Brussels Sprouts
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About this Recipe
Craving that irresistible side dish from Red Lobster without leaving your kitchen? This copycat recipe for Crispy Brussels Sprouts brings the restaurant favorite right to your dinner table, offering a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and satisfying crunch.
Why This Recipe Works
What makes this recipe truly special is its dedication to texture and flavor balance. We're talking about perfectly roasted Brussels sprouts that achieve that coveted crispiness, elevated by a luscious sweet soy-ginger glaze. The addition of French Fried Onions provides an extra layer of crunch, ensuring every bite is a delightful experience that sets it apart from typical steamed or soggy sprouts.
What to Expect
You'll be greeted by a vibrant dish featuring tender-crisp Brussels sprouts with delightfully caramelized edges. The glaze envelops each sprout, delivering a harmonious interplay of sweet honey and sugar, savory soy sauce, and a gentle warmth from the ginger. The French Fried Onions are a stroke of genius, adding a light, airy crunch that complements the earthy Brussels sprouts beautifully. This dish truly transforms a humble vegetable into something you’ll crave again and again.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to adjust the glaze to your palate; you can increase the honey for more sweetness or dial up the soy sauce for extra savoriness. If you prefer a bolder ginger presence, a little extra fresh grated ginger could be folded into the glaze. While the French Fried Onions are key to the copycat flavor, a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds could provide a different, but equally pleasant, textural element if you're looking for an alternative.
Serving & Context
These Crispy Brussels Sprouts make an exceptional side dish for almost any meal, pairing wonderfully with seafood, roasted chicken, or even a simple grilled steak. They're perfect for weeknight dinners but also elegant enough to impress guests at a dinner party.