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Super crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts are out of this world delicious! With just four simple ingredients and the magic of the air fryer, this easy to make recipe will be your new favorite way to cook this yummy veggie.
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Looking for a tasty and healthy veggie dish that even veggie-haters will love? Look no further than crispy Brussels sprouts made in the air fryer! They’re so crispy and loaded with flavor that you won’t even miss the bacon.
The best part is how easy it is to make these perfect little sprouts. Just toss them in some oil and spices, pop them in the air fryer basket for 20 minutes, and you’ll have a delicious and crispy side dish.
You can even mix things up by adding balsamic vinegar or parmesan cheese or even turn frozen Brussels sprouts into a delicious dish in the air fryer. So give them a try and get ready to be amazed!
My Favorite Air Fryer Recipes
Super hot circulating air is what makes air frying work. This method of cooking has all the things we love about fried food, like crispy textures without all the excess oil and fat.
Plus, there’s no mess with the air fryer. There’s little to no cleanup since the basket that the food cooks in can actually go in the dishwasher. YES!
Ingredients For This Recipe
- Brussels Sprouts
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Red Pepper Flakes
Make Crispy Brussels Sprouts The Easy Way!
For crispy and delicious Brussels sprouts in the air fryer, start by selecting firm sprouts without any blemishes. After washing and trimming the bottoms, cut them in half or quarters if they’re large.
Remember that air frying requires less oil than traditional frying, so use just enough olive or avocado oil to coat the sprouts lightly. To ensure even cooking, shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking.
Proper seasoning is crucial for tasty Brussels sprouts. Before and after cooking, sprinkle some salt and pepper. For variety, try adding balsamic vinegar or parmesan cheese. In just 20 minutes, you’ll have crispy Brussels sprouts that make the perfect side dish.
Ways To Serve Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
These humble little sprouts do double and sometimes triple duty for me. I like to serve them as an appetizer, snacks, side dishes, and on salads. Here are a few ideas for serving up this yummy veggie:
- Serve as an appetizer or snack with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce.
- They are a quick side dish made extra delicious with a drizzle of Balsamic Syrup.
- Add fried bacon and onion for a main dish.
- These crispy sprouts are great on top of a salad with Blue Cheese Dressing.
- Air fryer Brussels sprouts with bacon are a perfect combination.
Tips And Tricks
- Make sure to shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking for even cooking.
- Air fryer frozen Brussels sprouts may take a few more minutes to cook through, so plan for that.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Make sure there’s enough space between the sprouts for them to cook evenly.
- To get extra crispy Brussels sprouts, use avocado oil instead of olive oil.
- Add some extra flavor by making air fryer Brussels sprouts with balsamic glaze.
Commonly Asked Questions
Don’t overcrowd the basket, and make sure there’s enough space between the sprouts for them to cook evenly. You can also use a baking sheet to cook the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer for easy cleanup.
Frozen Brussels sprouts can be cooked in the air fryer for 15-18 minutes. Simply toss them in some olive or avocado oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Be sure to shake the basket halfway through cooking for even cooking. Check for desired crispiness and adjust the cooking time accordingly.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound brussels sprouts
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cut ends off of brussels sprouts and remove any bruised leaves. Cut sprouts in half and large ones into quarters.
- Add brussels sprouts to a medium-size bowl and drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle on salt and red pepper.
- Add the prepared sprouts to the basket of an air fryer. Set temperature to 370 degrees and timer to 15 minutes. Shake the basket of the air fryer at the halfway cooking time.
- Remove the brussels sprouts from the air fryer basket, taste, and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Make sure to shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking for even cooking.
- Air fryer frozen Brussels sprouts may take a few more minutes to cook through, so plan for that.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Make sure there’s enough space between the sprouts for them to cook evenly.
- To get extra crispy Brussels sprouts, use avocado oil instead of olive oil.
- Add some extra flavor by making air fryer Brussels sprouts with balsamic glaze.
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I’ve always loved brussels in the air fryer! I may be about the only weirdo who does this – but I cook halved shallots in the air fryer as well! I treat them as a side dish and could have them almost every night (but they are a bit pricey) :). Like the brussels, some of the shallot layers will break loose and fly around a bit while cooking, but they are just as good with a bit of a char on them! I love every recipe I’ve seen so far here, and have subscribed…thanks for sharing!
WOW! You’ve made my day, Kate. Thanks for sharing and for the terrific rating.
~Donya
Could the same prep be used to fix on the Grill? I do other veggies and they turn out very tasty.
Love your ideas
Hey there.
You most definitely use the same method for the grill. I think they will turn out great!
Have a wonderful day,
~Donya
I love these cooked in the air fryer! Brilliant.
Thanks.