Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

These Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts make a wonderful side dish for the holidays. Originating from France, this recipe will certainly bring a unique and special flavor to your holiday meal. As someone who loves both Brussels sprouts and chestnuts, I could hardly wait for this dish to be ready.

The combination of the sweet, soft chestnuts and the crisp Brussels sprouts is simply perfect. The chestnuts’ natural sweetness beautifully complements the slightly bitter taste of the Brussels sprouts. This dish not only tastes amazing but also adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to your holiday table.

This dish is sure to impress your family and guests, making it a standout addition to any festive feast.

If you are looking to try something new for these holidays, these Brussels Sprouts with chestnuts are a must-try. The combination of these two ingredients brings out the best in each, resulting in a side dish that is both delicious and memorable.

How to make Brussels sprouts with chestnuts

To prepare a delightful holiday side dish of chestnuts and Brussels sprouts, begin by marking an X on the flat side of each chestnut. Bring a pan of water to a boil over medium-high heat, then drop in the chestnuts and boil for about 6-8 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.

Carefully take out a few chestnuts at a time, leaving the rest in the hot water to keep them warm. Using a knife, peel off the shell and skin while the chestnuts are still hot. Once peeled, place the chestnuts in a pan with milk and enough water to cover them. Simmer over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes until tender. Drain and set the chestnuts aside.

Next, prepare the Brussels sprouts by removing any yellow leaves, trimming the roots, and marking an X on the underside to ensure even cooking.

Melt the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Incorporate the Brussels sprouts and add water, then cover and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. If needed, add more water to prevent sticking.

Finally, add the cooked chestnuts to the frying pan. Toss the mixture gently to combine, and cook for a few more minutes until the Brussels sprouts and chestnuts are heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot as a festive holiday side dish.

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Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

5 from 1 vote

Brussels Sprouts with chestnuts are a wonderful holiday side dish. This recipe originated from France brings a special flavor to your holiday table.

Servings 4 servings

Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound (500g) Brussels Sprouts
• 9 oz (250g) chestnuts
• 2 tbsp (30g) butter
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
• 1 onion , finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves
• 3-4 tbsp water
• salt and freshly ground pepper

Instructions

 

• Mark chestnuts with an X on flat side. Bring a pan of water to the boil over medium high-heat. Drop in the chestnuts and boil for about 6-8 minutes. Remove pan from heat.
• Remove few chestnuts from the pan leaving the others in the water until ready to peel. Using a knife remove the shell and skin while chestnuts are still hot. 
• Put the peeled chestnuts in a pan with milk and enough water to completely cover them and simmer over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside. 
• Remove any yellow leaves from the Brussels sprout, trim the roots and mark an X on the underside to cook evenly.
• Melt the butter in a large frying pan. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened. Add the Brussel Sprouts and water and cook covered over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more water if necessary. 
• Add the chestnuts and toss the mixture to combine and cook for a few minutes until the sprouts and chestnuts are heated through. Season with salt and pepper and serve hot as a holiday side dish. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 4Calories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 42.3gProtein: 6.3gFat: 7.5gSaturated Fat: 4.3gCholesterol: 18mgSugar: 5.2g

Calories: 251kcal

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: French

Keyword: Brussels Sprouts, Brussels Sprouts recipes, chestnuts