Toasted Coconut Brussels.
I think we’re all still pretty shocked that I actually enjoy brussels sprouts.
And! Let’s take a moment thank the heavens above that I do or else… nary a vegetable would cross my lips.
And in order to continue this… fondness… I have for the little green chunks o’ love, I gotta make sure they don’t overstay their welcome. Ever.
Because I can’t get sick of the one plant type thing I’ve got going on. !! Duh.
Now now… I realize I’m eliminating a majority of the population here with coconut AND brussels sprouts. I mean… most normal people ahbor tiny cabbages. A ton of other people think coconut should be eliminated from planet Earth. Frankly, I think they should be eliminated and leave me some alone time with my coconut. I’m possessive, needy and insecure.
For some of you (like ummmm, my husband), this is your ultimate worst nightmare. I could not combine anything more disgusting, right? Well… go sit over there in the corner and leave me be, because I’m hungry.
I pan-roasted the heck out of the brussels until caramely, added some coconut to toast, drizzled on some lite coconut milk and then ate them like there was no tomorrow. Delicious. We  (and I really just mean I) served them with those maple-glazed pork chops and pesto mac and cheese… then fell into food comas for four days. My kinda sleep.
Coconut Toasted Brussels
Ingredients
- 1 pound brussels sprouts, stems removed and quartered
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- pinch of nutmeg
- 1 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons lite coconut milk
- 2-3 tablespoons toasted, shredded coconut
Instructions
- Add quartered brussels to a bowl and sprinkle with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Drizzle with coconut oil and toss to coat.
- Heat a skillet oven medium-high heat and once hot, add brussels. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until toasted and charred. Reduce heat to low and stir in coconut milk. Stir in 2 tablespoons toasted coconut, then transfer to a bowl to serve. Top with remaining toasted coconut.
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128 Comments on “Toasted Coconut Brussels.”
I will definitely attempt at this recipe. I roasted brussell sprouts last week and they were a little too strong of a taste for my liking. Hopefully, the coconut (which I love) will tone down strong flavoring a little bit! Thanks for sharing! :)
Oooh I actually suggest pan-roasting them instead of roasting in general – for some reason I do NOT like them roasted! Weird, I know. So even if you try without the coconut, I recommend pan-roasting.
I love this!! As a coconut and brussels sprout lover, this recipe is genius :D
We could start a brussel sprout lovers support group? Very creative, as always. I don’t know how you think these things up!
You might have eliminated a majority of the population…but you have me over heart and soul.
…and I obviously meant to say you have WON me over heart and soul. Gooood morning.
i’m not a big brussels sprouts lover but i might be able to get on board with this because there is coconut involved. i do like the toasted coconut at the end.
These look awesome and anyone who said they don’t like Brussels sprouts MUST try these!
omg… I love Brussels~ especially roasty toasty… and with coconut, I can’t begin to imagine the heavenly marriage~! At least, not until tonight when this dish tickles my tastebuds~! Ooooh la la!!
This sounds amazing. My favorite way to eat brussels sprouts includeds a hefty amount of coconut oil, but I’ve never added coconut milk too. I’ll definitely have to try this.
Yummy yum yum!
I am sharing this link (my FORMER favorite sprout recipe) with you so that I can encourage you in your sprout affection. I’m gonna try the pan roasting route and see if the coconut can draw my non-sprout-eating husband over to the green side! http://www.foodiewithfamily.com/2011/11/16/roasted-brussels-sprouts/
i love brussel sprouts! i like to call them miniature lettuce heads :) i’ve never had them cooked in coconut oil before, though. yum!
Well, if you do find a little corner of the world where two people can hide away with all the coconut and brussles sprouts, I’ll gladly join you!
delicious. coconut is a relatively healthy fat.
:-)
I bought a buncha brussels and had no clue what I wanted to do. I knew it needed to be different though. My husband doesn’t like them, so I can do whatever the heck I want to them. And I want them like THIS! With coconut, and MORE coconut! YUM!
BRILLIANT!!!!!! Such a fun flavor combo! I would devour these in a hot minute =)
Oh my sweet holy heaven…I think I may have found a vegetable that I can get my husband to eat! :-) I’m totally making this for Valentines Day. You rock!
I can’t get enough of those little brussels! YUM!
I so don’t want to leave a debbie-downer post but had to because of what you said soo…yes you did make My ultimate worst nightmare dish LOL… Mostly the brussels..and with coconut, like.. in macaroons or pina coladas… thats about it tho.
How funny you like brussels and no other veggies! I like most other veggies but can’t stand brussels. Maybe too to many scary, bad, plain, boiled brussels memories from childhood. actually, that is my only brussels experience. i’m fully scarred for life. BUT you make them Look fab I must admit. So you and your blog are still fab!! (of course) :)
Such an interesting flavor combination, but they look delicious! I love brussel sprouts!
mmm…this looks good! i love me some coconut!
Goodness! I’m with you, I love ALL of these things!! :)
Well this combo sounds DELICIOUS to me! Try serves 1 in my case! Definitely making these ASAP.
I have a confession: I’ve never had them. Whooooopsie.
is there any substitute for coconut oil?
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I’m all aboard the brussels/coconut train. Haters can hate. I WANT THIS.
P.S. Your pictures are always excellent, but I feel like they’re exceptionally excellent in this post.
P.P.S. I made the homemade snickers bars and I am so glad/angry I made that decision. OHMAN.
I haven’t eaten brussels ever in my life. But I am shocked to know people don’t like coconut =0 And brussel srpouts look yummy in your blog.
Two items I enjoy on their own. Never thought to combine them. Your photos make this crave worthy! Yummy!
Speaking of vegetables….this is SO you: http://www.marrybacon.com/
Hey, I thought (your twitter profile says) you hated veggies…LOL! Kidding! I don’t like brussel sprouts – they have this strong, cabbage-y taste to them. But when shredded, that strong taste seems to get mellower.
amazing! I have to try this.. so unique. A must!
So I saw the reference to the Pesto Mac and Cheese and I had to tell you about this:
Bake some pizza dough, preferably TJ’s but whatever you’ve got. As soon as it comes out of the oven all wonderful brush some olive oil or butter (or both) on the dough followed by a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
While that’s baking make your arugula pesto and then pour it over a mound of marscapone cheese. Its kinda pretty. Then cut your warm pizza dough into pieces, I cut it in half and then make one inch strips. Grab a knife/spoon/finger and smear some of the pesto covered marscapone on your bread. I promise its amazing.
I fully own up to loving brussels sprouts! But coconut just send this recipe over the top. I cannot wait to try this ASAP.
Le yum….
Nothing wrong with liking brussels sprouts! I love them too, but have never paired them with coconut – would love to try.
I could not imagine a better combination.
I’ve only recently discovered the enormous fondness I also have for brussels sprouts… I tend to make them spicy/garlicky, and I would never have even thought to mix them with coconut. I love coconut and am trying to wrap my mind around the imagination of what they would taste like combined…. I’m going to need to try this recipe out, for sure!
Who CARES about the majority of the population. I love them and I love coconut.
If the majority of the population are not very careful, they will be won over by your beautiful photos…
Can you believe my sister HATES coconut? I KNOW!! GASP!
What a genius flavor combination! I love brussels sprouts and coconuts and have just never dreamed of putting the two together! Thanks for the great idea!
Ok well I like coconut, but the sprouts just make me want to gag. I’ve never had them and I’m sure you can tell me a million times how great they are, but you won’t make me change my mind. Now if you would like to add some coconut to maybe some sweet carrots then that’s a band wagon I’d jump on! :)
You are a genius. I never even thought to combine my two favourite ingredients together.
I hope there’s a some room left in your little coconut world because I love both Brussels sprouts and coconut and this dish sounds sooooo goooood!
Oh my lawwd!!
This sounds (and looks) so good. People who think coconut milk and brussels sprouts are gross are missing out.
Xox
Um, speechless. Never even heard of this combo, but it feels like love at first site. And I’m sure will be at first bite too. :)
Hmm, I might be tempted by this. My experiences with brussels were never pleasant, stewed comes to mind so I decided on a boycott. :)
Mmmmm. This looks wonderful. I love brussel sprouts; my husband hates them, but loves coconut. This combo might just work for him!
I don’t really like brussel sprouts. but with coconut? yes please!
This looks amazing… and coconut is the best thing ever. Brussel sprouts are okay. I like peppers, squash and cucumbers.