Stir-Fried Brussels Sprouts with Garlic and Chile

A flavorful Asian-inspired dish featuring crisp-tender brussels sprouts stir-fried with garlic and Thai chiles in a savory sauce made with oyster sauce, fish sauce, and soy sauce. This quick cooking method preserves the sprouts' bright color and texture while infusing them with bold umami flavors.

4 servings
10 min

Ingredients

  • 4 cups halved brussels sprouts
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced garlic
  • ¼ cup oyster sauce
  • 4 teaspoons Thai fish sauce (nam pla)
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon red Thai chiles
  • teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ½ cup low-salt chicken broth

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Blanch brussels sprouts in a large pot of boiling salted water until bright green, about 15 seconds. Drain and set aside.

    1 min

  2. 2.

    Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and stir until light golden brown, about 30 seconds. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a small bowl.

    2 min

  3. 3.

    Increase heat to high; add brussels sprouts. Stir-fry until they begin to soften, 2-3 minutes. Add oyster sauce and next 5 ingredients. Stir-fry for 30 seconds; add chicken broth. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced slightly, about 2 minutes; add more chiles, if desired. Stir in garlic.

    7 min

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