Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
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Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Description
The Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts recipe prepares halved Brussels sprouts tossed with olive oil and seasonings, then cooks them at 360°F until lightly browned and crisp on the edges. The air fryer utilizes circulating hot air for even cooking and a crunchy texture without deep frying. Optional additions of garlic powder and balsamic vinegar enhance the flavor complexity, adding savoriness and slight tanginess respectively. Adding lime juice at the end brightens the dish with acidity.
This method focuses on achieving a balance of crispness and tender interior, with a quick cooking time that preserves freshness without overcooking. Compared to traditional roasting, the air fryer reduces total cooking time and produces a consistent char. The recipe also includes an oven method for those without an air fryer, recommending 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
These Brussels sprouts work well as a side dish or snack. Their crispness pairs with various mains and can be complemented by dips such as garlic thyme mayonnaise. The notes emphasize using similar sized sprouts for even cooking and suggest batch cooking when doubling the recipe to maintain quality.
Additional practical advice includes cooking from frozen petite Brussels sprouts at a slightly higher temperature and longer time to reduce moisture. Variations like tossing with buffalo sauce or adding parmesan and breadcrumbs before cooking offer different flavor and texture profiles.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar optional
Instructions
- Rinse brussels sprouts with water to clean and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Cut the bottom stem, then cut each brussels sprout in half. Place them in a bowl.
- Toss the brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder and balsamic vinegar. Transfer them to air fryer basket.
- Air fry them at 360°F for 10-12 minutes or until they are slightly browned. Shake them half way through.
- Brussels sprouts are ready. Remove in a serving plate and drizzle with some lime juice. Enjoy as is or with a dip of garlic thyme mayonnaise.
Oven Method
- Bake in oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
Notes
- Use similar-sized Brussels sprouts for even cooking and arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- When cooking frozen petite Brussels sprouts, increase temperature to 380°F and cook 2-4 minutes longer to evaporate moisture.
- For larger quantities, cook in batches; subsequent batches may cook faster due to residual heat.
- Flavor variations include tossing sprouts in buffalo sauce or adding parmesan and breadcrumbs before cooking for extra texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 82 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 104g | |
| Calories | 82kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 320mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 441mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 855IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 96mg | 107% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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