Brussel Sprouts Recipe

This recipe for roasted brussels sprouts from Mark Bittman is our most popular version and is perfect as a Thanksgiving side dish. If you haven’t yet figured out a go-to recipe, this simple preparation is the answer. It results in sweet caramelized brussels sprouts that will make a believer out of anyone.

brussel sprouts recipe

How To Make Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  1. Add the prepared Brussels sprouts to a sheet pan.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Add sliced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Toss to evenly coat.
  5. Roast at a high temperature until crispy and golden.

Sautéed Brussels Sprouts

brussel sprouts recipe

Pan sautéed Brussels sprouts are a quick, easy way to make delicious Brussels sprouts you’ll want to eat every night! Crispy, caramelized, and addictive!

Prep: 5min

Total: 20min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 (of 4) without toppings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 (of 4) without toppings, calories 114 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons raw pine nuts (or chopped raw walnuts, almonds, or pecans (optional))
  • Chopped fresh herbs like parsley (cilantro or mint (optional))
  • A handful of Parmesan (feta, or goat cheese (optional))

Instruction:

  1. Heat a large cast iron or similar sturdy bottomed skillet over medium high for 4 minutes. Add the oil. As soon as the oil is hot and shining (but before it starts smoking), swirl to cost the pan, then add the halved Brussels sprouts. Shake the skillet a little and prod them so that as many as possible are cut-side down. Let sit completely undisturbed for 5 to 8 minutes, until they develop a dark, tasty, caramelized sear.
  2. Add the salt and pepper. With a wooden spoon or spatula, stir the Brussels sprouts. Continue cooking, stirring every few minutes, until the Brussels sprouts are browned all over and just turning tender the inside, about 6 to 8 additional minutes.
  3. Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the vinegar, then the pine nuts or almonds. Let the residual heat of the skillet toast the nuts, stirring them very often so that they toast evenly on all sides and do not burn (if they aren’t toasting, return the skillet to low heat). As soon as the nuts are toasted, transfer the sprouts to a serving plate and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Enjoy hot.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

brussel sprouts recipe

Learn how to cook Brussels sprouts with this easy recipe! Bright, fresh, and delicious, it’s the perfect holiday side dish.

Prep: 5min

Total: 35min

Yield: 3

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts
  • Extra-virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (plus 2 teaspoons zest)
  • 1 tablespoon grated (or 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • parsley leaves (for garnish)
  • pinch of red pepper flakes

Instruction:

  1. Preheat the oven to 425° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the Brussels sprouts in half, toss with drizzles of olive oil and pinches of salt and pepper, and spread on the baking sheet. Roast 20 to 30 minutes or until tender and golden brown around the edges. The exact timing will depend on the size of your sprouts.
  2. If desired, toss the roasted Brussels sprouts with the lemon juice, zest, Parmesan, and thyme leaves. Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes.

Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Bacon and Balsamic Vinaigrette

brussel sprouts recipe

Roasted Brussels sprouts are paired with the rich molasses flavor of Domino® Dark Brown Sugar, then tossed with crispy bacon and the sharp bite of balsamic vinegar to create amazing depth of flavor.

Prep: min

Total: min

Yield: 8 servings

Serving Size: 8 servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 8 servings, calories 250 cal, Fat 12 g

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds brussels sprouts (clean and cut in half)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • To taste Kosher salt
  • To taste freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces bacon (diced)
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons Domino® Dark Brown Sugar

Instruction:

Step 1Preheat the oven to 450º degrees F.Step 2Place the Brussels sprouts on a sheet pan lined with aluminum foil. Add the olive oil, salt and pepper and toss with your hands. Spread out the evenly. Roast the Brussels sprouts for 20 to 30 minutes, until they are tender and browned. Step 3Meanwhile in a medium pan, sauté bacon until golden and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside. Discard the fat the bacon rendered from the pan but leave the crispy residue of the bacon. In that same pan, at medium heat, add balsamic vinegar and sugar until reduced to about half. Set aside.Step 4When Brussels sprouts are ready, coat with the balsamic vinaigrette and add the crispy bacon on top. Serve warm.

Brussels Sprouts Cooked Perfectly! | Chef Jean-Pierre

FAQ

How does Gordon Ramsay cook his Brussel sprouts?

2) Add salt

but we do know that salt takes down the bitterness of Brussels sprouts. It’s not entirely clear how or why salt counters bitterness, but it does. Make sure you salt Brussels sprouts at the beginning of the cooking process. And then go in with a good pinch of sea salt or kosher salt before serving.

What takes the bitterness out of Brussel sprouts?

Beyond bitterness, parboiling your sprouts can speed up cooking times, softening the leaves to tender, right down to their core (without turning them to mush) and making it easy for you to focus on perfectly crispy and caramelized sprouts in less time in the oven, sauté pan, or out on the grill.

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Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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