Recipes/Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomelo and Star Anise

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomelo and Star Anise

This delicious vegetarian recipe from Yotam Ottolenghi is packed full of flavour and is designed to be served like a salad, either as a side dish or a light main meal.

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