There are many ways to cook Brussels sprouts. It could be as simple as roasting in a hot oven, or as creative as adding bacon, apple or tart cranberries to the mix. This versatile veggie will soon become one of your favorite go-to side dishes.
Beyond their taste, they pack a big-health punch. Rich in many nutrients like folate, manganese, vitamin B6, dietary fiber, choline, copper, vitamin B1, potassium, phosphorus, and omega-3 fatty acids, these cruciferous vegetables are also excellent sources of vitamins C and K.
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If you enjoy a little “singe” on your sprouts, you’ll love the taste of fresh Brussels sprouts sautéed to perfection! Add a little olive oil and a few other seasonings of your choice, and you can turn ordinary Brussels sprouts into something extraordinary.
Thanks to the naturally flavorful taste of sprouts, all you need to compliment the existing flavor is a touch of oil, salt, pepper and a small amount of lemon juice. Sautéing food on high heat will lightly brown the outside, while still keeping the inside moist, firm, and you guessed it, absolutely delicious!
Serves: 4
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
When you’re looking for sprouts that have good moisture and satisfying crunch, roasting is the best cooking method to use! As with all roasted veggies, look for an evenly cooked consistency both on the inside and outside of the sprouts.
Lightly season the Brussels sprouts to help bring out the natural flavors. Pre-heat the oven, and you’ll have great tasting, extremely firm and incredibly tasty Brussels Sprouts in no time.
Serves: 4
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 17 minutes
Steaming Brussels sprouts is one of the most traditional ways to prepare this popular veggie.
Not only is steaming the healthiest cooking method used for sprouts, but it’s also the quickest. If you’re short on time, but big on hunger, 8 minutes is all you need to get your sprouts fully cooked, tender, moist and onto your plate.
Serves: 4
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 8 minutes
If you’re looking to flex your home-chef muscles, braising your Brussels sprouts is a delicious preparation method; it’s also a good way to hone your at-home cooking skills! What is braising? Braising is cooking in a flavorful liquid.
This two-step process requires good timing. Master the braising process and you’ll be taken to Brussels sprout heaven with each and every bite.
Serves: 4
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes