Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for Low Carb Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze! Perfectly pan-fried to achieve a golden, caramelized exterior and tender interior, these sprouts are seasoned simply with olive oil, salt, and pepper to highlight their natural flavor. A tangy, slightly sweet balsamic glaze infused with garlic adds a gourmet twist, taking this dish from everyday to extraordinary. Ready in just 30 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free recipe makes for an elegant appetizer or a flavorful snack thatβs both healthy and indulgent. Serve it hot and watch these crispy bites disappear!
Start by preparing the glaze. Pour the balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the pan with balsamic vinegar.
Add the granulated sweetener to the pan and stir. Place the saucepan over medium heat.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened and reduced by half, about 10-15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
While the glaze is simmering, trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any outer leaves that are damaged or falling off.
Slice the Brussels sprouts in half lengthwise.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the Brussels sprouts in a single layer, cut side down. Do not overcrowd the skillet; cook in batches if necessary.
Let the sprouts cook undisturbed for about 4-5 minutes until the cut sides are browned and crispy.
Flip the Brussels sprouts, season with salt and black pepper, and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender and crispy all around.
Transfer the cooked Brussels sprouts to a serving platter.
Once the balsamic glaze has cooled slightly, drizzle it generously over the crispy Brussels sprouts.
Serve immediately as a side dish or a tasty low-carb snack.
Calories |
853 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 56.0 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1294 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.0 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.7 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 302 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.