Spicy Chili Brussels Sprout Bowl (Printable)
Crispy roasted Brussels sprouts in chili crisp over rice with sesame seeds and a savory soy drizzle.
# List of ingredients:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
02 - 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 1 small red onion, sliced
→ For Roasting
05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
06 - 1 tsp sea salt
07 - ½ tsp black pepper
08 - 2 tbsp chili crisp (ensure vegan if needed)
→ Serve With
09 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice
10 - 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
11 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
12 - 1 tsp maple syrup (optional, for balance)
→ Toppings
13 - 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
14 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
15 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)
16 - Extra chili crisp, to taste
# Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss Brussels sprouts, bell pepper, carrots, and red onion with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of chili crisp until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and deeply golden at the edges.
04 - While the vegetables roast, prepare the rice according to package instructions if not already cooked.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and maple syrup if using.
06 - Divide rice among 4 bowls. Top with roasted vegetables and drizzle with the soy sauce mixture. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, scallions, and fresh herbs. Add extra chili crisp to taste and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The chili crisp does double duty here, coating the vegetables during roasting and then getting drizzled on top so every bite has that addictive crunch and heat.
- It comes together on a single sheet pan which means cleanup is almost nothing even though the result looks like you spent all afternoon.
02 -
- Crowding the pan is the fastest way to steam your vegetables instead of roasting them, so use two sheet pans if needed.
- Not all store bought chili crisp is vegan so check the label for dried shrimp or other animal ingredients before using.
03 -
- Shake the pan vigorously halfway through roasting instead of using a spatula, it flips the vegetables faster and creates more even browning.
- Warm your bowls in the oven for two minutes before assembling so the rice and vegetables stay hot through the entire meal.