Description

This Brussels Sprouts and Sausage Stir-Fry is a cozy, quick, and flavorful fall dinner made with seasonal veggies, smoked sausage, and warm spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or slow Sunday suppers.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb (450 g) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
2–3 links (8 oz / 225 g) smoked or chicken sausage, sliced
2 tbsp vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
1 tsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Trim and halve Brussels sprouts (quarter if large). Set aside.
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage slices and cook for 4–5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
Add remaining oil to the skillet. Add Brussels sprouts, onion, and bell pepper. Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sprouts are tender and lightly charred.
Stir in garlic, soy sauce, five-spice powder, honey, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Return sausage to the skillet and toss everything together. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy over rice or on its own.

Notes

Swap Brussels sprouts with broccoli or green beans for picky eaters. Add diced sweet potato or squash for extra fall flavor. Serve over rice, quinoa, or noodles for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 380
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 40mg

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