Brussels sprouts

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There is a small vegetable that always appears quietly in winter in imported supermarkets. It looks exactly like cabbage. However, if you cook it the same way as cabbage, you will fall into its little trap~ It is Brussels sprouts. Why? The editor said it has traps? Let’s take a look at today’s content!

Brussels sprouts, also known as Brussels sprouts, are a species of cruciferous cabbage. The production season is in winter, and the main production areas are Europe and North America. Brussels sprouts look like a mini version of cabbage, but they taste sweeter and bitterer than cabbage, with a nutty aroma and a harder texture than cabbage. Cabbage is rich in nutrients and vitamins, and its protein content ranks first among cabbage vegetables.

Cabbage grows on soil, so does Brussels sprouts? Do you think of tiny cabbage sprouts spread densely on the soil like cute succulents? No, that's too naive! The cabbage plant is about 1 meter long, standing tall and strong on the soil. Moreover, the cold tolerance of cabbage is quite high, and the cabbage will be sweeter after experiencing wind and snow.

The majestic cabbage on the snow

Can Brussels sprouts be roasted like this?

Brussels sprouts are native to the Mediterranean coast. Europeans have records of eating Brussels sprouts as early as the ancient Roman period. Large-scale cultivation of Brussels sprouts began in Belgium in the 13th century. The English name of Brussels sprouts is taken from Belgium. Brussels.

Brussels sprouts are an essential part of the British Christmas dinner

Brussels sprouts are a traditional food on the British Christmas table. A large amount of Brussels sprouts are eaten every Christmas in the UK. However, the unique bitter taste of Brussels sprouts is the "childhood shadow" of many British people. They have a saying about Brussels sprouts: Love them. Or loathe them. If you don’t love it, you hate it. It can be seen that the British have a love-hate relationship with Brussels sprouts.

Brussels sprouts and bacon are a perfect match

Why do people have a love-hate relationship with Brussels sprouts? Because Brussels sprouts will be as hard as chewing paper if not cooked enough, but if cooked, they will lose their sugar and retain a bitter taste, so they are not popular. However, kale that has been properly processed has its own unique flavor, which is healthy and delicious.

The general method of processing spores is to remove the yellowed or bad leaves, then make a cross on the bottom, keep them intact or cut them in half before cooking. You can boil them in water for 8 minutes and then use them for other seasonings, such as pan-frying with butter, but the classic method is Place in the oven and bake over medium-high heat for a long time.

Roasted Brussels sprouts are sweet and fragrant for those who love their taste.

Properly cooked Brussels sprouts are crispy and sweet.

The fried kale cheese balls are also very crispy and delicious

The oven is a very convenient and simple helper for cooking Brussels sprouts. Even if you just add olive oil, honey and some seasonings, put it in the oven and bake it at 200 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes, it will be very delicious. Next, the editor will teach you how to make a warm roasted Brussels sprouts in the oven, let’s learn together!

Grilled Brussels Sprouts with Creamy Bacon

raw material

Cabbage 500g

Bacon 6 slices

Butter 4 tablespoons

Chopped onion 1 tablespoon

minced garlic 1 tablespoon

Flour 1 tablespoon

Cream 2 cups

Salt 1/4 teaspoon

pepper 1/4 teaspoon

Shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup

Red pepper powder a small amount

Breadcrumbs 1/2 cup

Shredded Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup

Production Method

1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.

2. Wash and cut the cabbage into halves and set aside;

Cut bacon into small pieces, fry in pan until fragrant, take out and set aside.

3. Place the spores in the pan and fry on both sides until fragrant, then remove and set aside.

4. Add butter to the pan and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.

5.加入面粉、奶油、盐、胡椒搅拌均匀。

6. Add shredded cheddar cheese and red pepper powder and stir to melt evenly.

7. Add Brussels sprouts and half of the bacon pieces, stir well and cook over low heat for 1 minute.

8. Transfer to a baking sheet, sprinkle with the other half of the bacon bits, bread crumbs and shredded Parmesan cheese.

9. Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.