Bon Appetit"These roasted whole brussels sprouts get so crispy on the outside you'll worry they're burnt (they're not!). Inside though, they're perfectly, deliciously mushy – which, according to us, isn't a bad thing.
"Of course, it gets even better when you coat them in a date molasses-brown butter glaze. Typically made from dates and nothing else, date molasses has a thick consistency and brings a deep, fruity sweetness and a bit of tartness.
Brussels Sprouts With Pistachios and Lime
Makes 8–10 servings
Ingredients:
- 2 lb. small brussels sprouts, trimmed
- 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil
- Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
- 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 3 Tbsp. raw pistachios
- 2 Tbsp. date molasses or honey
- 1 tsp. honey
- Zest of ½ lime
- 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
- Lime wedges (for serving; optional)
Preparation:
- Place a rack in lower third of oven; preheat to 450°. Toss brussels sprouts and oil in a large bowl to coat; season with salt and pepper. Roast brussels sprouts on a rimmed baking sheet 15 minutes, then shake baking sheet to loosen them. Continue to roast until deeply browned all over, 5–10 minutes longer. Reduce oven temperature to 350° and roast another 10 minutes. Shake baking sheet again, then roast brussels sprouts until the tip of a small knife easily slides through, 5–10 minutes longer (total cook time will be 35–45 minutes).
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once butter starts to foam, add pistachios and a pinch of salt and cook, stirring often, until nuts are golden brown and butter solids are browned, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer nuts to paper towels; let cool. Coarsely chop.
- Meanwhile, bring date molasses, honey, and lime juice to a simmer in same skillet over medium heat (this will happen quickly), swirling pan to emulsify. Add 1 Tbsp. water and swirl to emulsify, scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon. Add brussels sprouts; toss to coat.
- Transfer brussels sprouts to a platter. Toss nuts, lime zest, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl to combine; scatter over brussels sprouts. Serve with lime wedges if desired.
- Do Ahead: Brussels sprouts, glaze (without water), and pistachio mixture can all be made 3 hours ahead. Do not combine. Reheat glaze over medium heat until bubbling before adding water and brussels sprouts.
