Roasted Brussel Sprouts in a Maple Miso Glaze

miso glazed roasted brussel sprouts

This recipe for succulent roasted brussel sprouts came from the website of  Cafe Gratitude, a collection of vegan eateries in California.  The restaurant group has a dedicated area where visitors can choose from a short seasonal list of recipes.  I love brussel sprouts in general but this miso glaze made with Tamari, maple syrup, red miso and apple cider gives these green babies an extra yum.  The asian-inspired dish is that combination of salty and sweet where your tongue doesn’t quite know which flavor came first.  What it does know is how good it tastes together.

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Pick some nice looking brussel sprouts that look a healthy green and feel firm.  If the brussel sprouts are past their prime and wilting the texture won’t have that tiny amount crispy when cooked.

Wash and cut…

Mix miso glaze ingredients in blender…

Pour glaze covering brussel sprouts well…

And add some cracked pepper.  This is the only thing I adapted on the recipe.  I love fresh cracked pepper and put it on most things, although many times after cooking.  Adding the pepper before roasting will make it a tad spicy as the flavor concentrates.

Just the right mix of browns and greens.

You can also add a sprinkle of chili pepper when serving if you want more spice.