Air fryer brussels sprouts are a delicious side dish that can be seasoned in so many ways. The air fryer roasts the brussels sprouts so the outside gets perfectly crispy.
It's brussels sprouts season! Time to roast.... I mean... air fry these gorgeous beauties. I love making brussels sprouts in the air fryer because it's quick and easy and you know what? Sometimes my oven has other things going on.
So here's a simple and easy recipe for roasted brussels sprouts in the air fryer. Make sure to read the tips so your brussels sprouts come out delicious!
Ingredients
- Brussels sprouts
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
What to know before air frying brussels sprouts
- Soaking the brussels sprouts in hot water for 10 minutes will allow the centers to become more tender when air frying, otherwise the interior stems will be harder.
- Drying the brussels sprouts after soaking will allow the oil and seasonings to stick to the brussels sprouts, otherwise they may not roast properly.
- If you have larger brussels sprouts, slice into quarters instead of halves.
- I've included simple seasonings here, but you can customize this recipe in so many ways!
- Cook time may depend on your air fryer and size of your brussels sprouts.
How to make air fryer brussels sprouts
Slice the brussels sprouts in half (if you have larger ones, slice into quarters), and add to a large bowl.
Add enough boiling water to the bowl to cover the sprouts. Let sit for 10 minutes.
Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 400 degrees F.
While air fryer preheats, drain the brussels sprouts, then pat dry. Also wipe out the bowl to dry it. Add the brussels sprouts back to the bowl, then season with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir to coat.
Add to the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking several times during cooking. Test for doneness and air fry an additional 1-3 minutes if needed.
Plate and enjoy!
Customization ideas
- Add a maple or balsamic drizzle during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Top with grated parmesan cheese.
- Add a gochujang glaze or teriyaki glaze.
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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound brussels sprouts trimmed
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil water to cover brussels sprouts. Slice brussels sprouts in half and add to a large bowl. (For large sprouts, slice into quarters).
- Pour the water over the sprouts and let sit for 10 minutes.
- After 5 minutes of soaking the sprouts, preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 400 degrees.
- Drain and dry the brussels sprouts. Wipe any water out of the bowl. Return the brussels sprouts to the bowl and add olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat.
- Add brussels sprouts to the air fryer and air fry for 12-15 minutes at 400 degrees F, shaking a few times during cooking. Test, and air fry an additional 1-3 minutes if needed.
- Plate and enjoy.
Notes
- Soaking the brussels sprouts in hot water for 10 minutes will allow the centers to become more tender when air frying, otherwise the interior stems will be harder.
- Drying the brussels sprouts after soaking will allow the oil and seasonings to stick to the brussels sprouts, otherwise they may not roast properly.
- If you have larger brussels sprouts, slice into quarters instead of halves.
- I've included simple seasonings here, but you can customize this recipe in so many ways!
- Cook time may depend on your air fryer and size of your brussels sprouts.
Nutrition
If nutrition info is shown, values are based on an online calculator and are estimates. Please verify using your own data.
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