Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Tasty Tomato
Sautéed Brussels sprouts with tomato make a tasty and comforting side dish, perfect for accompanying your meat dishes. This simple recipe, with minimal difficulty, will only take 10 minutes of preparation and 40 minutes of cooking, making it an ideal option for weeknight meals or family dinners. The sprouts, whether fresh or frozen, pair wonderfully with the sweetness of tomatoes and the crunch of carrots, creating a harmony of textures. Add to that the onions and shallot that bring a lovely depth of flavor, all enhanced by a touch of honey or sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes. You can serve it with any grilled meat, such as a pork chop, but it also goes wonderfully with a vegetarian dish. Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite fresh herbs for an even more authentic taste. Incorporate this dish into your culinary repertoire and impress your guests with this delightful side dish.
- Preparation time: 10 min
- Cooking time: 40 mn
- Servings: for 2 people
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- - 300 g of Brussels sprouts, fresh or frozen
- - 1 carrot
- - 2 ripe tomatoes
- - 1 onion
- - 1 shallot
- - A small piece of sugar or 1 teaspoon of honey
- - 200 ml of water (or 100 ml of water + 100 ml of white wine)
- - Salt, pepper, fresh parsley
Preparation
1. Start by thoroughly cleaning the Brussels sprouts, then blanch them for 10 minutes in salted boiling water.
2. In a casserole (preferably cast iron) or a large skillet, sauté the finely chopped onions until they become translucent.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, the julienned carrot (or grated, according to your preference) and the minced shallot, then cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
4. Drain the Brussels sprouts and add them to the casserole.
5. Season with salt and pepper, and add the chopped parsley along with the honey or sugar.
6. Mix everything well. Let it simmer on low heat, partially covered, for about 30 minutes.
7. Add a little water from time to time to prevent sticking and to create a nice sauce.
8. Stir frequently so that the Brussels sprouts absorb this delicious sauce well.
9. Serve hot, ideally with a pork chop or a slice of grilled bacon.
