Caribbean Jerk Brussels Sprouts
Caribbean Jerk Brussels Sprouts bring a sweet-heat balance, with smoky spices and a hint of brown sugar caramelizing around tender, pan-seared sprouts. Butter and olive oil create a rich, glossy finish while curry and garlic deepen the flavor. Serve as a bold side for weeknight dinners or alongside grilled meats at a casual gathering.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Caribbean Jerk Brussels Sprouts, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 22 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 57
- Heart Health
- 83
- Metabolic
- 47
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 53
- General Wellness
- 1
Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add Brussels sprouts, jerk seasoning, curry powder, brown sugar, and garlic powder; stir until they are evenly coated.
- 3
Cook, stirring, until the Brussels sprouts are tender and lightly caramelized, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- Calories 198.09 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 6.23 g Moderate 12%
- Carbohydrate 16.94 g 6%
- Total Fat 13.41 g Moderate 17%
- Saturated Fat 6.13 g High 31%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 20.9 mg Moderate 7%
- Sodium 106.48 mg Low Source 5%
- Dietary Fiber 6.47 g Good Source 23%
- Total Sugars 5.36 g --
- Added Sugars 0.29 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 46.42 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 1.85 mg Moderate 10%
- Potassium 575.28 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 46.88 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 128.53 mg Good Source 143%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Caribbean Jerk Brussels Sprouts is made with 7 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Brussels Sprout, Butter, and Curry Powder. Each serving provides about 198.09 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Caribbean Jerk Brussels Sprouts made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Brussels Sprout, Butter, Curry Powder, Garlic Powder. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Caribbean Jerk Brussels Sprouts?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 198.09 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Caribbean Jerk Brussels Sprouts easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Caribbean Jerk Brussels Sprouts healthy?
- Caribbean Jerk Brussels Sprouts has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 198.09 calories and 6.23 g of protein, or 12% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 6.13 g (31% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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