Red Lobster Crispy Brussel Sprouts Recipe

crispy brussel sprout, glaze, and fried onion on a fork

crispy brussel sprouts with glaze and fried onions

crispy brussel sprout with glaze on a fork

overhead view of homemade Red Lobster crispy brussel sprouts in a bowl

Brussels sprouts with a soy-ginger glaze and crispy onions

Red Lobster Crispy Brussels Sprouts with soy-ginger glaze and fried onions are a tasty side dish. These roasted Brussels sprouts are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Fried onions add a little crunch and the ginger-soy glaze gives this dish a touch of sweetness.

bowl of homemade Red Lobster crispy brussel sprouts

Many folks claim they can't stand Brussels sprouts, but that probably stems from some food-related trauma during childhood. Yep, when cooked poorly, Brussels sprouts can be nasty soggy balls of bitterness. On the other hand, they are absolutely delicious when made correctly; and this crispy Brussels sprouts recipe from Red Lobster is sure to convert even the reluctant veggie eater. The sweet soy-ginger glaze balances the natural earthiness of the Brussels sprouts, while the fried onions add a crispy texture and another layer of flavor. This recipe is so good that even your kids will be begging for you to make it again.

Preparing the Soy-Ginger Glaze

The soy-ginger glaze is front and center in this recipe, so it is well worth taking your time to do it properly. Make sure that you are using a soy sauce with the lowest amount of sodium you can find to avoid it becoming overly salty. If you prefer not to use a soy-based product, you can prepare this glaze with an equal amount of low-sodium coconut aminos.

Place a small saucepan over medium heat. Use a one-quart pan with a thick bottom if you have it to prevent scorching.
Add the white and brown sugar to the pan and stir to combine.
Remove the pan from the heat and pour in the soy sauce. If the pan is too hot, it may splatter, so be careful.
Return the pan to the stove. Turn the heat up to medium-high and continuously stir the mixture in a figure-8 pattern until it reduces by half.
Remove the pan from the stovetop and allow the glaze to cool before using.

How to Trim Brussels Sprouts

Trimming the Brussels sprouts for this recipe isn't difficult, but if you haven't done it before, here are the steps.

Put the Brussels sprouts in a colander and rinse them off in cold water. Dry thoroughly.
Use a sharp knife to cut off the brown, woody bottom where the sprout attached it to the plant. Be sure not to slice off too much, or the leaves will begin to separate.
Remove the first layer of leaves and examine the ones underneath. If they are firm and free of any bruising or insect damage, stop peeling. Otherwise, repeat until you like the look of the leaves.
Cut the Brussels sprouts in half through the core.

Tips for Making Red Lobster Menu Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Preheat the sheet pan in the oven.Placing a room temperature sheet pan in a hot oven will significantly drop the cooking temperature and prevent the Brussels sprouts from crisping up.
For super-crispy Brussels sprouts with the cut-side down, you can roast them cut side up. The hot pan will caramelize them beautifully.
Transfer the cooled soy-ginger glaze to a clean squeeze bottle. The glaze is very sweet, and it's easier to use a squeeze bottle to control how much glaze you add to the Brussels sprouts.
Hold off topping the Red lobster Brussels sprouts with the fried onions until just before serving to retain the most amount of crunch.

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Red Lobster Crispy Brussels Sprouts Recipe Ingredients

Here's a list of what you need:

Brown sugar
White granulated sugar
Reduced sodium soy sauce
Minced fresh ginger
Brussels sprouts
Olive oil
French's original crispy fried onions

Red Lobster crispy brussel sprouts ingredients

How to Make Red Lobster Crispy Brussels Sprouts

In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, white granulated sugar, and soy sauce.
Cook on medium to medium-high heat, stirring constantly until reduced to a third or half.
Add ginger, stir, and remove the sauce from the heat.
Cool the sauce completely. It will thicken as it cools.
Strain the sauce into a jar or bowl to remove the ginger.
Wash and cut the Brussels sprouts in half. Pull off any yellowed leaves.
Place Brussels sprouts and olive oil in a bowl. Toss to coat Brussels sprouts with oil.
Place Brussels sprouts on a rimmed sheet pan.
Roast the Brussels sprouts at 400 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes. Shake the pan halfway through to brown the sprouts evenly.
Place Brussels sprouts onto a plate, drizzle the soy-ginger glaze over them, and then sprinkle on some of the crispy fried onions on top.

bowl of homemade Red Lobster crispy brussel sprouts with glaze and fried onions

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overhead view of homemade Red Lobster crispy brussel sprouts in a bowl

Soy ginger glaze ingredients

1/2 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup white granulated sugar
1 1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

Brussel Sprouts

32 ounces Brussels Sprouts
4 tablespoons olive oil

Topping

1/2 cup French's crispy fried onions

Soy Ginger Glaze

This is best made the day before, or at least several hours before, the sauce will thicken as it cools.
In a small saucepan combine brown sugar, white granulated sugar and soy sauce. Turn on medium to medium-high heat. You will need to stir constantly as this sauce reduces by ⅓ to ½. Then add in ginger, give it a stir or two, and remove from the heat.
This must cool completely or the sauce will not thicken. Store sauce in an air tight container, this will make a lot of sauce, it can be stored for up to 1 month.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Wash and cut the Brussels sprouts in half, pull off any yellowed leaves. Mix them in a bowl with the olive oil.
Place the Brussels sprouts on a rimmed sheet pan and roast for 35 to 40 minutes. Shake the pan halfway through to brown the sprouts evenly.
When ready to serve, portion some of the Brussels sprouts onto a plate, drizzle the soy ginger glaze, and then sprinkle on some of the crispy fried onions on top.

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