Caramelized Brussels Sprouts With Cranberries
Brussels sprouts grace many holiday dinners. This particular vegan recipe can adorn any table in a deliciously healthy and colorful way.
Yield: 4 Servings
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 8 pitted dates
- ½ cup water
- 3 cups fresh Brussels sprouts, sliced in half
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 Tbsp miso paste
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth or water
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- ¼ cup nuts such as almonds, Brazil nuts, walnuts etc. (optional)
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- 1. In a food processor, blend dates and ½ cup water until creamy. Set aside.
- 2. In a saucepan over medium-high heat sauté the Brussels sprouts onions, miso, cranberries, and ½ cup broth or water for 10 minutes or until lightly brown. Cover.
- 3. Stir often and add the remaining water as needed to prevent burning. Cook until the Brussels sprouts begin to caramelize around the edges.
- 4. Add the soy sauce, ground pepper, and date paste.
- 5. Stir and combine well.
- 6. Garnish with nuts.
Cooking Tips
Cooking Tips
- 1. Garnish with your favorite fresh herbs.
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