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The Ultimate Sticky Brussels Sprouts Glaze Recipe (3 Ways to Use It)

A close-up of roasted Brussels sprouts generously coated in a rich, Sticky Brussels Sprouts Glaze.
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Learn how to make a thick, sweet, and savory sticky glaze perfect for coating roasted or pan-fried Brussels sprouts. This recipe delivers caramelized flavor and a perfect sticky texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts (for application methods)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the glaze base: In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
  2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the brown sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer gently. Cook for 3 minutes.
  3. Make the slurry: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until completely smooth.
  4. Thicken the glaze: Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while whisking constantly. Continue to cook and whisk for 1 to 2 minutes until the glaze thickens significantly and coats the back of a spoon. This creates your thick glaze for roasted vegetables.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. This is your sticky Brussels sprouts sauce.
  6. Application Method 1 (Roasting): Toss cooked, roasted Brussels sprouts with half of the glaze just before serving. For extra caramelization, return the glazed sprouts to the oven for 3-5 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
  7. Application Method 2 (Pan-Frying): After pan-frying or air-frying your sprouts until tender-crisp, toss them directly in the warm glaze in the skillet over low heat for 1 minute until perfectly coated Brussels sprouts result.
  8. Application Method 3 (Tossing): Use the glaze as a finishing sauce for any cooked Brussels sprouts side dish.

Notes

  • For a vegan sticky glaze sprouts option, confirm your maple syrup is pure and your soy sauce does not contain animal products.
  • If you prefer a tangier flavor, substitute 1 teaspoon of the balsamic vinegar with apple cider vinegar.
  • This glaze works well as a crispy Brussels sprouts topping for other roasted root vegetables too.

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