Earthy and subtly sweet with pleasant hints of bitterness, shredded Brussels sprouts make ... of sizzling oil and sesame seeds. This lightly cooks the sprouts and gives them nutty, toasty notes.
The carrot family is at a disadvantage, however, because most Umbelliferae seeds (think parsley, fennel and dill) need time for their underdeveloped ovaries to grow before they can sprout.