How to Boil Brussels Sprouts
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How to Boil Brussels Sprouts
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You can say goodbye to soggy sprouts once you learn How to Boil Brussels Sprouts with this quick, easy, and foolproof method! Whether cooking to serve immediately or blanching to use in another recipe, you'll get perfectly tender and bright green sprouts every single time!
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Ingredients
- 1-2 pounds Brussels sprouts fresh
Instructions
- Prepare the Sprouts: Trim and remove the stem ends from all of the Brussels sprouts. Keep whole or cut in half, depending on preference.
- Boil in Water: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add trimmed Brussels sprouts to the pot of boiling water and boil for 6-10 minutes, or until bright green and tender. Cook less if sprouts are cut in half and/or you will be further cooking them in another recipe. Cook longer if they are whole and/or will not be cooked further.
- (Optional) Blanch in Ice Bath: Once cooked, drain the sprouts in a colander and immerse in an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them sit in the ice bath until they are cool to the touch. Remove the sprouts from the ice bath and dry them thoroughly.
Notes
- Timing: The recipe you're using will dictate how long you boil the sprouts.
- Serving: It's simple to top these sprouts with a little butter, salt, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, or choose your favorite seasonings. This easy side dish is also delicious with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and some lemon zest, fresh herbs, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- Storage: Boiled Brussels sprouts can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Place cooked sprouts in a freezer-safe airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: For the best texture, warm sprouts back up in the oven or air fryer at 325°F. You can use the microwave, but they might end up soggy.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
49kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
0.3g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.03g
Sodium
28mg
(1%)
Potassium
441mg
(13%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
855IU
(17%)
Vitamin C
96mg
(107%)
Calcium
48mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 49 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 49kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 441mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| 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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