A few tablespoons of duck fat and a very hot oven are all you need to turn some sleepy Brussels sprouts into something much more special.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons duck fat , or more as needed
- 2 pounds Brussels sprouts , trimmed and halved lengthwise
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper , or more to taste
- 1 lemon , juiced
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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Heat duck fat in a small saucepan over low heat until melted. Set aside.
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Combine Brussels sprouts, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl. Pour melted duck fat over Brussels sprouts and stir to coat evenly. Spread evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake in the preheated oven until Brussels sprouts are browned and tender, but still slightly firm, 15 to 20 minutes, flipping sprouts halfway through. Top with freshly squeezed lemon juice.
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