Sprouts are a Holiday classic that can be the star of the show when prepared well, in fact, you can even get the kids eating their greens with these fantastic recipes. Whether you’re roasting, frying or grating raw, sprouts offer a healthy element to the traditional roast dinner, so don’t skimp on those greens.
Honey Glazed and Roasted
Ingredients (to serve 4):
- 2 cups of sprouts, outer leaves removed
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1 tablespoon of oil
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon of nigella seeds
Instructions:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Mix the oil, honey, salt, pepper, and nigella seeds. Use this to coat the sprouts.
- Place the sprouts in a baking tray and roast in the oven for 35 minutes.
Raw Salad
Ingredients (to serve 4):
- 2 cups of sprouts, outer leaves removed
- Half a red onion
- 1 carrot
- 1/2 cup of radishes
- 1 tablespoon of tahini
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of caster sugar
Instructions:
- Whisk together the vinegar and sugar, and then stir into the oil. Add the tahini, stir well to create a smooth dressing.
- Carefully grate all of the vegetables into a large bowl, and then dress with the tahini dressing.
Stir-Fried Sprouts
Ingredients (to serve 4):
- 2 cups of sprouts, outer leaves removed
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of mirin rice wine
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- 4 rashers of bacon
- 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger
- 1 small red chilli
Instructions:
- Slice the sprouts, ginger and chilli into thin strips.
- Heat the oil in the pan and add the sprouts, chilli and ginger.
- After 4 minutes, add the mirin and the honey.
- Slice the bacon into thin strips and add these to the pan. Cook for another 5 minutes.
Sprouts are healthy, tasty, and add a dash of vibrant green to your plate, so make them a part of your festive feast with one of these great recipes.
