Thai Braised Brussels Sprouts – Hilton Head Health

Hilton Head Health is a destination health resort in an elegant facility on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, surrounded by all the natural beauty of a Lowcountry island getaway. The program guides you to achieving your weight loss, wellness and longevity goals with programs focusing on fitness, nutrition and SELF (Stress management, Empowerment, Longevity, and Fulfillment). Guests benefit from a community of supportive dieticians, psychologists, wellness educators, fitness trainers, chefs and spa therapists, and graduates continue their lifestyle change with the H3@Home program and receive continued support and structure at home.

At this South Carolina weight loss spa, guests enjoy a meal plan with delicious flavors and realistic portions. The Chef and Culinary Team have created a low-calorie, healthy gourmet cuisine with an emphasis on local and natural ingredients to ensure a well-balanced weight loss diet. One of the popular recipes served is this side dish of Thai Braised Brussels Sprouts. This side dish is packed with tantalizing Thai flavors; creamy coconut and zesty curry.

Thai Braised Brussels Sprouts

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 22

Course: Sides

Cuisine: Healthy Spa Cuisine

Keyword: Thai, Vegetarian

Servings: Servings

Calories: 140kcal

Courtesy Of: Hilton Head Health, South Carolina

This recipe by Hilton Head Health is packed with tantalizing Thai flavors; creamy coconut and zesty curry.

Ingredients

▢ 1 teaspoon sesame oil
▢ 2 tablespoons peanut butter
▢ 4 cups brussels sprouts (cleaned and quartered)
▢ 1 cup light coconut milk
▢ 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
▢ 1 tablespoon curry powder
▢ 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

Preheat a large sauté pan on medium heat.
Add sesame oil, evenly spread oil around the warmed pan.
Next, add Brussels sprouts. Allow the Brussels sprouts to sauté and lightly caramelize, only stirring every 2-3 minutes to avoid burning.
Add peanut butter, coconut milk, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and curry powder to the pan, stir.
Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 7-10 minutes.
Remove lid, top with fresh cilantro, and enjoy!

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Spa Index Kitchen Notes

A serving size is approximately 3/4 cup.

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Nutrition

Karla Williams is the Executive Chef for Hilton Head Health in South Carolina. A graduate from The Chef’s Academy in Indianapolis, Karla’s past experience includes Culinary Intern and Sous Chef at H3, as well as Sous Chef at Kona Grill in Carmel, Indiana. Chef Karla has been featured live on the Hallmark Channel’s Home & Family Show. In addition to her love for nutrition and healthy cooking, Karla enjoys teaching part-time fitness classes. Her passion for living a well-balanced healthy lifestyle is apparent in her cooking demonstrations at Hilton Head Health.