How to cook spicy Christmas brussel sprouts with an Indian Twist

For a deliciously spicy twist on a festive favourite try this brussel sprouts recipe with an Indian twist from Darbaar Head Chef, Abdul Yaseen.

Ingredients (serves 4)

For Steaming

500g Brussels sprouts

1 cup water

2 pieces star Anise

1 Bay leaf

2 tablespoon salt

1 tablespoon sugar

Juice from 1 lemon

For crumb coating

Panko bread crumbs

1 teaspoon fennel seeds

1 teaspoon onion seeds

1 tablespoon cornflour

3 egg yolks

Oil for frying

Method

Put all the ingredients except the sprouts in a pan and bring to the boil.

Add the Brussels sprouts and let them absorb the steam from the seasoned liquid, this will add a nice taste and par cook the sprout. Put aside in the fridge to cool. In a bowl mix the seeds with the breadcrumbs and put aside.

In a mixing bowl beat the egg yolks. Dip a Brussels sprout in the egg yolk batter, dust in the cornflour, dip the sprouts again in the egg yolk and roll in the breadcrumbs. Repeat this process for all the sprouts. Deep fry the crumbed fritters and serve as a snack with chutney or a relish of your choice.

Chef Tips

Crumbing can be done a day in advance and left in the fridge. These fritters can also be an accompaniment to your Christmas Turkey or Goose.

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