Description
This Sweet and Spicy Roasted Broccoli recipe features tender roasted broccoli florets coated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and sriracha, topped with crunchy sliced almonds and fresh green onions for a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and nutty flavors. It’s an easy, nutritious side dish ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 large head of broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces (about 6 cups)
Sauce & Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1–3 teaspoons sriracha (adjust to your preference)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Toppings
- 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) to prepare for roasting the broccoli, ensuring it cooks quickly and develops a nice crispiness and slight browning on the edges.
- Prepare the Broccoli and Sauce: Place the broccoli pieces on a large baking sheet. In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, sriracha, and freshly ground black pepper to create a sweet and spicy sauce.
- Coat the Broccoli: Pour the sauce over the broccoli on the baking sheet. Use your hands or tongs to toss and evenly coat all the broccoli pieces with the sauce for maximum flavor.
- Roast the Broccoli: Spread the coated broccoli out evenly across the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and starting to brown and crisp on the edges.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove the broccoli from the oven and transfer it to a serving bowl. Top with the thinly sliced green onions and the sliced almonds for a fresh crunch, then serve hot as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Adjust sriracha quantity to control spice level according to your preference.
- For a nuttier flavor, you can lightly toast the almonds before sprinkling.
- Make sure to spread broccoli in a single layer on the baking sheet for even roasting.
- This dish pairs well with rice, noodles, or grilled proteins.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
