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Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts
Posted on June 30, 2011
Brussels Sprouts with chestnuts are a wonderful holiday side dish. This recipe originated from France brings a special flavor to your holiday meal. As I love both Brussel sprouts and chestnuts I could hardly wait until was done. The sweet and soft chestnuts makes a perfect combination with the crisp brussel sprouts.
Prep time
20 mins
Cook time
35 mins
Total time
Ingredients
- Makes about 4 servings
- 1 pound Brussels Sprouts
- 250 g chestnuts
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic
- 3-4 tbsp water
- salt and freshly ground pepper
Directions
- 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 facts
1 Serving - Calories:251, Fat:7.5 g, Saturated Fat:4.3 g, Carbohydrates:42.3 g, Sugar:5.2 g, Fiber:4.8 g, Protein:6.3 g, Cholesterol:18 mg, Calories from Fat 68, Sodium 85mg, Vitamin A 22%, Calcium 11%, Vitamin C 207%, Iron 13%, Nutrition Grade B+, Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
On November 21, 2011 at 11:02 am, Kiri W said...
Oooh, intriguing! I just recently had my first successful attempt at liking Brussel sprouts, but I die fro chestnuts - I'll have to try this one!
On November 21, 2011 at 12:09 pm, RavieNomNoms said...
This is so great! I love brussel sprouts!
On November 21, 2011 at 06:11 pm, Professor Vegetable said...
What a divine combination!
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