Brussels Sprouts with Chorizo

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Chorizo is a natural partner for Brussels sprouts; its spiciness complements the vegetable’s earthy flavor.
Source: Saveur
Brussels Sprouts with Chorizo Photo: Andre Baranowski
Kosher salt, to taste
1 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed
  and halved lengthwise
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
6 oz. cured Spanish chorizo,
   quartered lengthwise
and cut crosswise into 1/4" slices
1/2 small yellow onion, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste


1. Heat a 6-qt. pot of salted water to a boil. Add the Brussels sprouts and cook until just tender, 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer Brussels sprouts to a bowl of ice water; let sit for 5 minutes. Drain Brussels sprouts and pat dry with paper towels; set aside.

2. Heat 1 tbsp. of the oil in a 12" cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and soft, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until soft, about 2 more minutes. Transfer chorizo mixture to a bowl. Increase heat to high and add the remaining oil and the reserved Brussels sprouts; cook, flipping once or twice, until the Brussels sprouts are browned and tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in the reserved chorizo mixture and season with salt and pepper.

SERVES 4

This article was first published in Saveur in Issue #124

Ratings & Reviews (3)

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I tried this last night and it was a hit with the family. I cooked the brussels sprouts exactly per the recipe, but I substituted 1 pound of fresh chorizo because I wasn't able to get the cured chorizo. It turned out great and I think it might even be better with the fresh chorizo because all the small bits of chorizo mix well with the sprouts.
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I tried this with my husband who loves chorizo, which I never eat. I substituted Trader Joes tofu chorizo and this dish was not only healthy but very tasty. My husband had no idea it was not the real thing, he did say how great it tasted and that it was not greasy. It was a hit and I am going to try it on the family for Thanksgiving.
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The brussel sprouts are great - but don't follow the directions for the cured chorizo! Way too much time - maybe half the cook time is needed. I'm eating brussel sprouts with charcoal right now, unfortunately.

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