How to make crispy Brussels sprouts
Gut-healthy Brussels sprouts
Quick simple stovetop brussels sprouts recipe
Hi, I’m Alexa from the Duvall Homestead and today I am sharing the secret sauce on how to make brussels sprouts on the stove that are crispy and delicious.
Homemade brussels sprouts are something we look forward to every week during the fall and wintertime. There are many different ways to make brussels sprouts, so if you’ve ever had them and not liked them, you may want to simply try cooking them differently.
Brussel sprouts come from the cabbage family and are grown for their edible buds. You can steam them, microwave them, bake them or roast them, or cook them on the stovetop like we will do here. You can even peel the leaves away and make crispy baked brussels sprouts chips. Brussel sprouts have a nutty and savory taste and can be made crunchy or soft. If you’ve only ever had Brussels sprouts from a restaurant or from a frozen bag that you microwaved, you probably hate the bitter taste and kind of soggy texture. So you don’t want that.
One thing you should know is that the size of the Brussels Sprouts matters. Smaller Brussles Sprouts have a more tender and sweet taste, while larger sprouts have a more cabbage-like flavor.
Health Benefits of Brussels Sprouts:
• Brussels sprouts are low in calories but high in many nutrients, especially fiber, vitamin K and vitamin C.
• Brussels sprouts contain kaempferol, and antioxidant that may reduce cancer growth, decrease inflammation, and promote heart health.
• Some studies show that the compounds found in Brussels sprouts may decrease the risk of cancer.
• Brussels sprouts are high in fiber, which can promote regularity, support digestive health, and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
• Brussels sprouts are high in Vitamin K, a nutrient important for blood clotting and bone metabolism.
• The fiber and antioxidants in Brussels sprouts may help keep your blood sugar levels stable.
• Brussels sprouts are a good source of ALA omega-3 fatty acids, which can reduce inflammation, insulin resistance, cognitive decline, and blood triglycerides.
• Brussels sprouts are high in antioxidants and contain compounds that may help lower levels of inflammation.
• Brussels sprouts are high in Vitamin C, an antioxidant that’s important for immune health, iron absorption, collagen production, and the growth and repair of tissues.
• Brussels sprouts are simple to prepare and you can enjoy them in a variety of delicious side dishes and main courses.
Source: www.healthline.com/nutrition/benefits-of-brussels-sprouts
How to make brussels sprouts on the stove:
You will need:
• Extra virgin olive oil
• About 2 pounds of organic brussels sprouts
• Salt & pepper
• 2 t lemon juice
• Garlic salt and/or dried Italian herbs
• Optional toppings: parmesan cheese and/or freshly cooked bacon
Process:
• Rinse your brussels sprouts
• Cut the ends off of the sprouts and then cut them in half. For the larger sprouts, you can cut them in half again.
• Heat a cast iron skillet to medium-high heat (for me this is about a 5/6 on the electric stovetop) and add a couple tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• Add the sliced brussels sprouts to the pan. Ideally, you would have them laying flat and not stacked on top of one another.
• Add garlic salt, cracked pepper, and any other herbs or seasonings of your choosing. For this recipe I like just garlic salt and pepper.
• Let the brussels saute for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Next, here’s where the magic happens. You’re going to add 1/4 cup of filtered water to the pan and let it quickly evaporate. This gives the sprouts that caramelized, crispy flavor.
• If desired, squeeze a half of a lemon over the top and serve immediately.
• Some of our favorite toppings for brussels sprouts are parmesan cheese or bacon.
Our family loves this recipe, and I hope that yours does too! If you are serving to children, consider serving with parmesan cheese and/or bacon, and only serving them a few leaves at a time. This will provide a few extra flavors on their plate to get a few leaves in their bellies!
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Alexa
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