Pile of roasted Brussels sprouts

Elevate Roasted Brussels Sprouts With One Salty Sauce

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By SHAWNA SCHOFIELD

Two small bowls of Brussels sprouts
Brussels sprouts are an amazingly versatile vegetable with a mellow flavor, and one umami-bomb sauce can make them irresistible: fish sauce.
Bottles and jars of fish sauce outdoors
Fish sauce is created from fermented fish such as anchovies and boasts a salty, savory flavor that is super umami with a hint of sweetness. It’s
a staple condiment across Asia.
Chili peppers diced into fish sauce
Fish sauce complements Brussels sprouts’ mild, earthy flavor and adds a rich, salty, and slightly sweet savoriness. Moreover,
fish sauce can help balance
spices and add more depth.
Roasted Brussels sprouts in various bowls
When incorporated with roasted Brussels sprouts, fish sauce can create a rich, caramel-esque coating. It also pairs well with shallots, lime, chiles, pepper, garlic, and more.