空气炸锅 Brussels Sprouts

By Brittany Mullins

Updated on Jan 5, 2022

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These 空气炸锅 brussels sprouts are crispy, flavorful 和 absolutely addicting! They’re the perfect healthy side dish for any occasion 和 can be whipped up in under 15 分钟.

I recently purchased a new 空气炸锅.

我知道, 我知道… I’m late to the trend, but when 空气炸锅s first came out I wasn’t sold on needing one. We have a small kitchen so buying another large kitchen appliance wasn’t appealing 和 I honestly assumed that an 空气炸锅 was just a small convention oven, something I already own.

A bowl containing air fried brussels sprouts. A serving spoon rests in the bowl.

While that’s essentially what it is, there is something about an actual 空气炸锅 that is different. Not sure if it’s the fact that it warms up quickly or the little grate that you cook the food on, but it definitely makes things more crisp (almost as if they were fried!) 和 it’s so fast!

Now that I’ve had my Ninja 空气炸锅 for a few months I can say that Isaac 和 I obsessed. We use it almost daily 和 love how things turn out, especially veggies. Air fryer vegetables taste similar to roasted veggies (my fave!) but they cook up faster 和 tend to get crispier. It’s pretty awesome.

And one of my favorite veggies to make in the 空气炸锅 is brussels sprouts!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It’s super simple! You chop the brussels, toss them in some seasoning 和 let the 空气炸锅 do the rest!
They’re crispy, flavorful, 和 oh so addicting.
You won’t feel guilty overindulging on these!

Ingredients measured out to make 空气炸锅 brussels sprouts: brussels, 橄榄油, garlic powder, onion powder, 盐和胡椒.

Here’s What You Need

brussels sprouts – trim 和 cut your brussels sprouts into halves. Look for brussels sprouts that have bright green heads that are firm, feel heavy for their size with leaves that are tightly packed. Avoid yellow leaves or black spots 和 chop these off if needed.
橄榄油 – you can also use avocado oil if you prefer. This coats the brussels sprouts, helping the seasoning to stick 和 gives them a nice, crispy texture.
seasonings – a mixture of garlic powder, onion powder, 盐和胡椒.

一边 by side photos of brussels in an 空气炸锅, before 和 after being air fried.

How to Make 空气炸锅 Brussels Sprouts

Start by rinsing 和 trimming your brussels sprouts 和 then cutting them into halves. Add the halved sprouts to a bowl 和 toss with oil, garlic powder, onion powder, 盐和胡椒.

Preheat your 空气炸锅, if required for your model. Add the brussels sprouts to the 空气炸锅和 cook at 390ºF for about 10-12 分钟. Give them a toss halfway through 和 watch closely near the end of the cook time, just to make sure they don’t overcook 和 burn. Serve the brussels sprouts immediately 和 enjoy!

A close up of air fried brussels sprouts in an 空气炸锅 basket.

Variations

I love these brussels sprouts just as they are, but here are a few ideas to switch up the flavors:

帕尔玛 – Add a sprinkle of fresh parmesan when you take them out of the 空气炸锅 for some cheesy goodness.
Sweet + spicy – Go for a sweet 和 spicy combo by drizzling with honey 和 sprinkling with red 胡椒 flakes.
Bacon bits – Make some tempeh bacon or coconut bacon (or the real deal!), chop into small pieces 和 top your brussels sprouts with bacon ‘bits’ for some umami flavor!
Balsamic vinegar – Simply drizzle some balsamic vinegar for an extra boost of flavor.

Air fryer brussels sprouts on a plate with a serving spoon.

空气炸锅 FAQ

Do I need to preheat my 空气炸锅?

That depends on your 空气炸锅! Some recommend preheating 和 others do not require it. Check your owners’ manual to see what they recommend. If you don’t have a preheat setting, just set your 空气炸锅 to the required temperature about 3 分钟 before adding your food.

How much can I put into my 空气炸锅?

It depends on the size of your basket.You’ll want to make sure you don’t overcrowd the basket or your food will not get crispy. You may need to cook in batches if your 空气炸锅 is on the small side. I was able to do this full recipe at one time in my 4 quart 空气炸锅.

Can I use aerosol spray on my 空气炸锅?

I do not recommend spraying aerosol spray directly on your 空气炸锅! Like most non-stick items, it’s best to avoid sprays like Pam as it can mess with the finish. You can however use an oil mister or non aerosol sprays. I really like the Chosen Foods avocado oil spray.

Can I meal prep these brussels sprouts?

I do not recommend making these in advance because they will lose their crispiness, but you can put them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, warm them in the oven or 空气炸锅 at 350ºF for a few 分钟 until warm throughout.

A closeup photo of air fried brussels sprouts in a bowl. A serving spoon rests in the bowl.

How to Serve 空气炸锅 Brussels Sprouts

These 空气炸锅 brussels sprouts make an excellent side dish! Here are some serving suggestions:

Serve with apple cider vinegar chicken or crispy baked tofu 和 cauliflower rice for a complete meal of proteins, healthy fats 和 carbs.
前这 garlicky kale salad (or any salad) with additional greens!
Serve alongside tomato basil soup 和 sourdough bread to amp up the nutrients!

How to Store And Reheat

Chances are you won’t have any leftovers to store! But if you do, you can put them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Be aware that they will lose their crispiness. To reheat, warm them in the oven or 空气炸锅 at 350ºF for a few 分钟 until warm throughout.

I do not recommend freezing them as they will get mushy 和 loose their texture once thawed.

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