Brussels Sprouts with Chorizo, Raisins, and Almonds
(from Joyfully Karen’s recipe box)
Gluten free, dairy free, main or side dish
Source: www.carascravings.com
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Serves 2 people
Categories: Main course
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1 lb brussels sprouts
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 3 oz. soy chorizo, crumbled OR chicken sausage
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Directions
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Place raisins in a small bowl and cover with hot water.
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Trim the stems from the brussels sprouts and remove the outer leaves.
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Using a slicing attachment on a food processor, slice the brussels sprouts. Set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium/low heat. Place onions in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring often, until softened and beginning to brown.
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Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
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Add the brussels sprouts, increase heat to medium high, and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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The brussel sprouts should be crisp-tender and browned in spots.
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Add the chorizo/sausage, and sliced almonds.
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Drain raisins and add to the skillet.
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Cook, stirring 3 minutes more, until mixture is heated through.
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Season with salt and black pepper to taste.