Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Pistachios

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Tender Brussels sprouts with pistachios are caramelized until sweet and delicious. I had never tried Brussels sprouts before I tasted this recipe and immediately wondered why everyone hated them.

Submitted by Talia
Updated on March 22, 2023
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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 4 pounds Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and yellow leaves removed

  • ½ cup unsalted butter

  • 4 small red onions, cut into strips

  • 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar, divided

  • 2 tablespoons white sugar

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • ½ cup coarsely chopped pistachios

Directions

  1. Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add Brussels sprouts, cover, and steam until tender yet crisp, 8 to 10 minutes.

  2. Melt butter in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onions and 3 tablespoons vinegar in hot butter until onions brown.

  3. Add steamed Brussels sprouts, sugar, and remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar to onions in the skillet. Sauté over medium heat until Brussels sprouts are lightly caramelized.

  4. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with pistachios to serve.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

258 Calories
17g Fat
25g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 258
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g 21%
Saturated Fat 8g 39%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 123mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 25g 9%
Dietary Fiber 7g 26%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 142mg 158%
Calcium 101mg 8%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 859mg 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.