Crispy Brussel Sprouts Recipe
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Crispy Brussel Sprouts Recipe
Description
The recipe begins by heating oil in a deep skillet to 375–400°F for frying. Brussels sprouts are trimmed and halved, keeping the stem intact to maintain leaf structure during frying. Cooked in batches, the sprouts fry for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy, releasing some initial popping as moisture meets hot oil.
Once fried, they are drained on paper towels and sprinkled with garlic salt for savory seasoning. Finally, a balsamic glaze is drizzled over the hot sprouts, adding a mild sweetness and acidity that complements their crisp exterior and tender interior.
These crispy Brussels sprouts can be served as a flavorful side dish or appetizer. They pair well with dipping sauces such as aioli for an extra layer of flavor.
Keeping cooked sprouts warm in a 200°F oven helps maintain their crispness if serving multiple batches.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Brussels sprouts halved
- 4-5 cups vegetable oil or peanut oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt
- ¼ cup balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F, to act as a warmer.
- Set a large deep cast iron skillet (or sauce pot) over medium-high heat. Add 1-2 inches of oil to the pan. Place a cooking thermometer on the side of the pan.
- As the oil warm, line a large plate or rimmed baking sheet with paper towels. Trim the stem tip of each sprout and cut them in half. Leave the cut-stem attached so the Brussels leaves hold together.
- Wait until the oil reaches 375-400 degrees F. Working in 4 small batches, use a spider skimmer with a long handle to gently lower one-quarter of the Brussels Sprouts into the hot oil.
- Quickly step back… They might pop in the first 10 seconds, as the internal moisture hits the oil. Then as the popping slows, gently stir the Brussels and let them fry 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Use the skimmer to move the Brussels Sprouts to the holding plate. Sprinkle generously with garlic salt. Then repeat three more times. Move the plate/try to the warm over to keep crispy until ready to serve.
- Serve warm with a drizzle of thick balsamic glaze over the top!
Notes
- Serve with an aioli dipping sauce to complement the crispy Brussels sprouts.
- Maintain crispness by keeping cooked sprouts warm at 200°F until serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 296 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 296kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Sodium | 610mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 441mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| 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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