Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Cooking Brussels sprouts that get perfectly crispy edges without using a ton of oil or sugar is almost impossible…
(These Bacon Brussels Sprouts are the crispiest I’ve made so far.)
That is, unless you cook your Brussels sprouts in the air fryer!
With just a little bit of oil, and no refined sugar, you can easily make the absolute BEST and CRISPIEST Brussels sprouts you’ve ever tasted.
And on top of that perfectly cooked texture, they’re also ready in almost half the time.
So when you’re looking for a super quick side to add to just about any meal – these Air Fryer Brussels can be your new go-to dish!
There’s also an optional Asian honey Sriracha sauce you can add on at the end. Totally up to you but it does add a bit of a delightfully sweet and spicy kick to the sprouts.
Ingredients and Substitutions
For the exact measurements and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card below.
- Brussels sprouts. A 1-pound bag of Brussels sprouts will give you about 4 cups, which is what this recipe calls for.
- Oil. You only need about 1 tablespoon of oil. It is best to choose a good quality oil with a high smoke point, like avocado oil. Olive oil will work if that is what you have.
- Garlic. Fresh minced garlic adds a nice pop of flavor, though you can sub with ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder if needed.
- Salt and pepper. These staples add the perfect flavor to these veggies. Start with a modest amount as you can always increase if needed.
- Optional toppings. This dish really only needs a few simple ingredients! But you can enhance the flavor with some Asian Honey Sriracha, by drizzling on a homemade Balsamic vinegar reduction, or adding in some chopped bacon.
Step-by-step Instructions
For the exact measurements and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card below.
Prep the Brussels sprouts.
Cut off the end of the Brussels sprouts. Place the cut-side part of the sprout flat-side down on the cutting board. Slice the Brussels sprout in half.
Repeat this process with the remaining sprouts.
Toss to coat.
Once you have the Brussels sprouts cut in half you’ll want to mix it together with the oil and seasoning ingredients.
Whisk together oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the Brussels sprouts and stir until they are well coated in the sauce.
Cook in the air fryer.
Heat air fryer to 375°F.
Add Brussels sprouts to the air fryer heated to 375°F and cook for 10 minutes, tossing the basket halfway through cooking. The results should be a crispy outside and tender inside.
Finish with sauce.
Whisk together soy sauce, honey, and Sriracha in a small bowl. Drizzle the sauce over all of the cooked sprouts and toss to combine.
Serve them immediately OR for extra crispy edges, return the cooked Brussels sprouts to the air fryer and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Pro Tip: If you prefer a less spicy topping, opt for this Balsamic reduction, and toss with Parmesan cheese or bacon.
FAQs
Brussels sprouts cook up crispy in only 10 minutes in the air fryer! Be sure to toss halfway through to promote even roasting.
If you don’t cook these vegetables at a high enough heat OR you don’t preheat your air fryer, they likely won’t crisp up.
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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts ends trimmed and cut in half
- 1 tablespoon oil avocado or olive
- 1 clove garlic crushed
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or Tamari, gluten-free
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ – 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce depending on desired spice level
- Red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Coat Brussels Sprouts: Heat air fryer to 370°F for at least 3 minutes. Whisk together oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add Brussels sprouts and stir until they are well coated in the sauce.1 pound Brussels sprouts, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 clove garlic, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Cook in Air Fryer: Place Brussels sprouts into the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes, tossing the basket halfway through cooking.
- Toss in Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, and Sriracha sauce in a small bowl. Once the sprouts are done cooking, drizzle the sauce over all of them and toss to combine.1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, ½ – 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
- Serve Brussels sprouts with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an extra kick. Enjoy!Red pepper flakes
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Notes
- Brussels sprouts: Be sure to cut the Brussels sprouts as evenly in half as possible so all of the pieces cook consistently.
- Preheat: If you don’t preheat your air fryer, the vegetables might not get crispy.
- Topping: These veggies are delicious plain, but you can add in so many other flavors like bacon, cheese, onions, or a Balsamic glaze.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I made this recipe for Christmas Eve and it was a tremendous hit with everyone. We have a local restaurant which has a brussels sprouts appetizer specialty loved by everyone. My husband said this was even better. There were no leftovers.
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