Brussels Sprouts with Black Bean Garlic Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, grapeseed oil, or safflower oil
• Dash of chili pepper flakes
• 25 Brussels sprouts
• 1 1/2 tablespoons of black bean garlic sauce
• Ground black pepper

Directions

1. Rinse the Brussels sprouts thoroughly, then trim away the stem ends and remove any loose outer leaves. Cut each sprout into lengthwise quarters.
2. Pour the oil into a large skillet, add the chili flakes, and set the pan over medium-high heat.
3. Tip the Brussels sprouts into the skillet and cook for about 3-5 minutes, until they start taking on a little color. If the pan looks dry because the sprouts have soaked up the oil, add another 1/2 tablespoon of oil.
4. Spoon in the black bean garlic sauce and toss everything together until the sprouts are evenly coated.
5. Season with a pinch of ground black pepper. The sauce is already salty, so you probably will not need to add salt.
6. Cook for about 30 more seconds, then remove the skillet from the heat and serve right away.