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Home » Gluten Free Recipes » Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

Published: Sep 19, 2017 by Wendy Polisi Modified: May 1, 2020 · 610 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article. This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own.

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Think you don't like Brussels Sprouts?  Think again!  These Caramelized Brussels Sprouts will become a favorite vegetable side dish!  Gluten Free and Vegetarian with a Vegan Option.

Overhead shot of Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

I've joked a lot about how sheltered my childhood was in a culinary sense.  (Ok, it was sheltered in every sense, but that is a whole other post.)

Don't get me wrong; my mom is a fabulous cook. As far as Southern cooks go, it doesn't get any better.

She just was never an adventurous cook.

I still can believe all thing things that I never had until I was grown!

Asian food.

Homemade Mac n Cheese.

Spaghetti Sauce that didn't come from a jar.

And Brussels Sprouts.

Some might consider me lucky to never have had Brussels Sprouts, but I kinda regret not discovering them until my 40's.  I miss out on a lot of fall Brussels Sprouts love.

Close up overhead shot of Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

The first time I ever had them was at a Tapas restaurant in Santa Rosa Beach, FL.  Lucky for me, they were on the gluten-free menu.

They were fried and it was instant love.

Although I've never attempted to fry them at home, I do enjoy making them from time to time. These Caramelized Brussels Sprouts are a fabulous vegetable side dish that will get the whole family on the Brussels Sprouts bandwagon.

Close Up Shot of Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

I've used butter, but you can easily make this dish vegan by using Earth Balance.

What food did you never have until you were grown?

Tools for Making this Caramelized Brussels Sprouts Recipe

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Large Skillet

How to Make Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

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4.86 from 7 votes

Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

Think you don't like Brussels Sprouts?  Think again!  These Caramelized Brussels Sprouts will become a favorite vegetable side dish!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time12 mins
Total Time22 mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Gluten Free, Healthy
Servings: 6
Calories: 104kcal
Author: Wendy Polisi

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon gluten free tamari or coconut aminos
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 16 ounces Brussels sprouts ends trimmed and quartered
  • ½ red onion sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons butter or additional oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
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Instructions

  • In a small bowl combine lemon juice, maple syrup, tamari and thyme.
  • Heat oil to medium high in a large skillet. Add Brussels sprouts and onion to the pan and cook until they begin to brown, about four minutes.
  • Add butter or oil to the pan and cook for four more minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook for one more minute. Add the lemon juice mixture and cook for 2 - 4 additional minutes.

Notes

Serving Suggestions for this Caramelized Brussels Sprouts Recipe

  • Serve as a side with a Tamari Aioli. Mix ½ cup plain yogurt or mayo with 1 tablespoon gluten-free tamari, ½ tablespoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoons Swerve sweetener (or sweetener of choice), and a teaspoon of minced garlic. Add in in pinch of cayenne pepper if desired.
  • Cook 8 ounces of gluten-free spaghetti. While the spaghetti and Brussels are cooking, add a tablespoon of oil to a skillet. Add ½ diced red onion and cook for 5 minutes. Add garlic and reduce the heat to low. Add ½ cup whole milk (or half-and-half) and ¼ cup vegetable broth. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 4 minutes. Stir in the pasta and top with the Brussels sprouts.
  • Serve with a grilled steak.
  • This one sounds a little crazy, but Brussels sprouts are great on white pizza. Brush a prepared gluten-free pizza crust with a tablespoon of garlic oil. Bake at 420 degrees for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with 2 ounces of Manchego cheese and chopped Brussels. Cook for 4 minutes. Sprinkle toasted walnuts over the pizza and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 331mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 69.5mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1.2mg

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About Wendy Polisi

Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 10 & 11 and my late life princess is 3. Firm believers in lifestyle design, our family has been location independent since 2008. Join me to read about our adventures in the kitchen…and out!

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  1. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle

    September 19, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    5 stars
    That sounds so good! I can't say that I've ever had caramelized Brussels sprouts before, but I think that needs to change.

    Reply
  2. Vera Sweeney

    September 19, 2017 at 8:45 pm

    5 stars
    Oh yum! I'm a huge fan of caramelized veggies. They have such a great depth of flavor. I can't wait to make this.

    Reply
  3. Theresa

    September 19, 2017 at 8:56 pm

    I don't know why brussels sprouts get such a bad wrap. I love them! I have never tried them caramelized though, but now I can't wait to try this recipe. It sounds super delish!

    Reply
  4. robin rue

    September 19, 2017 at 10:07 pm

    Brussels sprouts are my FAV! I can't wait to make these for my family!

    Reply
  5. Louise Bishop

    September 19, 2017 at 10:09 pm

    5 stars
    We are obsessed with brussels sprouts in this house. This looks like a delicious way to prepare them.

    Reply
  6. Kelly || Food, Fun & Faraway Places

    September 19, 2017 at 10:44 pm

    5 stars
    I will admit I have never tried brussels sprouts but this dish really makes them look tasty! My mom was a semi-adventurous cook but now, it's always something new or different.

    Reply
  7. Maureen

    September 20, 2017 at 12:42 am

    These look like an interesting idea to try. I haven't had caramelized brussel sprouts before, will be trying your recipe idea.

    Reply
  8. Pam

    September 20, 2017 at 1:14 am

    I always thought I hated Brussels sprouts, but it turns out I just hate them boiled or steamed. I wish I had discovered that earlier.

    Reply
  9. brianne

    September 20, 2017 at 1:28 am

    Brussel sprouts are our absolute favorite. I've never made them like that but have to try it, they look delicious!

    Reply
  10. Kristi

    September 20, 2017 at 2:42 am

    I am pinning this and will for sure try it. I've had amazing grilled Brussel sprouts when dinning out but am still trying to perfect them here at home.

    Reply
  11. Toni | Boulder Locavore

    September 20, 2017 at 2:48 am

    5 stars
    This looks so good! I love Brussels sprouts! So yummy!

    Reply
  12. travel blogger

    September 20, 2017 at 3:06 am

    We don't eat Brussel sprouts often, but this sounds like such an amazing recipe! We will definitely have to give this a try. I never had much of an adventurous culinary experience in childhood either, and it has been hard for me to branch out as an adult. But I am getting better.

    Reply
  13. AnnMarie John

    September 20, 2017 at 6:12 am

    This sounds really lovely. I don't mind eating brussels sprouts, I think they're versatile and really good. I should give this recipe a try!

    Reply
  14. Carol Cassara

    September 20, 2017 at 9:22 am

    Being Italian means growing up with good homecooked food. I'm very proud to have tried a lot of dishes growing up! That's definitely where my love for food came from. I think this dish is awesome and I'd love to give it a try!

    Reply
  15. Shannon Gurnee

    September 20, 2017 at 7:37 pm

    I didn't used to eat brussels sprouts when I was a kid, but I love them now. I would love to try this recipe sometime.

    Reply
  16. Our Family World

    September 20, 2017 at 8:51 pm

    5 stars
    In my family, it is only me and my oldest son who loves brussels sprouts. I haven't tried making it this way, and I will surely make this soon.

    Reply
  17. Donna Lehtonen

    September 21, 2017 at 2:10 pm

    4 stars
    Ha! When I was a kid, we had brussels sprouts all the time. Boiled. Blah. They were strictly off my diet for many, many years until just a few years ago when I tried them baked in the oven with olive oil and spices. I will for sure be trying this recipe. Thanks!

    Reply
  18. leslie gerson

    November 19, 2020 at 12:32 pm

    this looks delicious. can it be prepared a day before I want to serve it?

    Reply
    • Wendy Polisi

      November 19, 2020 at 12:52 pm

      Yes! Brussels Sprouts hold well.

      Reply

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