Spicy Chili Crisp Roasted Broccoli (Printable)

Roasted broccoli with chili crisp and garlic served over grains with fresh vegetables for a perfect blend of heat, crunch, and nutrition.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
02 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
03 - 1 large carrot, julienned
04 - 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
05 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
06 - 2 green onions, sliced

→ For Roasting

07 - 3 tbsp olive oil
08 - 2 tbsp chili crisp
09 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Grains

12 - 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa

→ Garnish

13 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
14 - Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
15 - Lime wedges (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss broccoli florets with olive oil, chili crisp, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 18-22 minutes, stirring halfway, until broccoli is crisp-tender and lightly browned.
04 - While broccoli roasts, divide cooked brown rice or quinoa among four bowls.
05 - Arrange roasted broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, cabbage, cucumber, and green onions over the grains in each bowl.
06 - Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
07 - Serve immediately, mixing everything together and adding extra chili crisp to taste.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The roasted broccoli gets caramelized edges while staying tender inside, creating this perfect texture contrast that makes vegetables feel exciting again
  • Chili crisp brings both heat and crunch in one spoon, meaning you get layers of flavor without measuring a dozen different spices
02 -
  • Don't crowd the broccoli on the baking sheet or it will steam instead of roast—use two sheets if necessary
  • The broccoli continues to cook slightly after leaving the oven, so pull it when it looks a shade lighter than your ideal done-ness
03 -
  • Heat your grains slightly before assembling—the warmth wakes up all the other ingredients and helps the chili crisp distribute evenly
  • If your chili crisp has separated, give it a thorough stir before measuring so you get both the oil and the crunchy bits

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