There are many ways to cook Brussels sprouts. It could be as simple as roasting in a hot oven, or as creative as adding bacon, apple or tart cranberries to the mix.
This versatile veggie will soon become one of your favorite go-to side dishes. Beyond their taste, they pack a big-health punch. Rich in many nutrients like folate, manganese, vitamin B6, dietary fiber, choline, copper, vitamin B1, potassium, phosphorus, and omega-3 fatty acids, these cruciferous vegetables are also excellent sources of vitamins C and K. Click on the link below each infographic for a print-ready download!
View Printable PDF. Add a little olive oil and a few other seasonings of your choice, and you can turn ordinary Brussels sprouts into something extraordinary. While you are prepping your Brussels sprouts , set up a large saucepan with a steamer basket and boiling water. You want the water line to be just below the surface of the steamer. Add the prepared Brussels Sprouts to the steamer basket and let them steam until they are just tender.
This will depend on the size of your Brussels. It should take anywhere from 4 to 5 minutes. While you wait chop up your garlic. Take the steamer basket out of the saucepan, and set it down on a heat proof surface. Try not to allow the sides to flop open. Then cover the steamer with the lid of the pot. You could also use foil if this feels awkward for you. Then empty the steaming water out of the saucepan.
And then return the saucepan to the stove for the final step. Melt a little butter for flavor in the saucepan and add in some olive oil which is lower in saturated fat. Quickly add in the chopped garlic and saute it only until it just starts to brown.
This will be less than a minute. Then shut off the heat and immediately slide the Brussels sprouts off the stemer right into the saucepan. The Brussels sprouts will prevent the garlic from browning more in the hot oil and butter. Add in some salt and pepper and then toss everything together! Thanks so much for reading. If you make this recipe, I really appreciate it when folks come back leave a review and rating.
It is so helpful! Here is a super fast and tasty way to make Brussels sprouts on the stovetop. Simply steam them for 4 to 5 minutes, then toss them with garlic butter. She has been a professional recipe developer since when she first started working in the test kitchen at EatingWell magazine.
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Using the steaming basket. It's just so simple and they come out perfect every time! When you bring them home, do not wash them, however do pick off any yellow or brown leaves. Store them in a plastic bag in the crisper drawer until ready to use. If you bought an entire stalk, remove any brown leaves. If you have room in the fridge for the big stalk great, if not remove them again, storing in a plastic bag. Keeping them in the crisper will help them stay fresh.
Rinse them in cold water to remove any dirt. Peel off any brown leaves. Using a sharp knife cut off the tip and discard. Slice larger ones in half. Only minutes, just until they are fork tender and bright green in color. Yes, they are high in fiber and antioxidants, making them a great addition to your meal.
Because they are high in antioxidants they offer the potential to reduce the risk of cancer and improve blood sugar control. Depending upon the freshness, they will last days in the fridge.
You can tell they are still good because they will be bright green in color and won't have an off-putting smell. I have a lovely recipe on the blog for a Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad. It's super yummy and filled with crunch! Steamed Brussels sprouts are a great side dish that pairs great with so many meals! Try this with meatloaf or pork loin both these recipes are the in the instant pot! In other words, avoid mush! This is my absolute favorite way to steam brussels sprouts: one pan, real steam.
The classic method of steaming uses a steamer basket or insert. Steaming brussels sprouts in a microwave is certainly quick and convenient. It must be noted, however, that it is more difficult to get any vegetable steamed to a precise and even level of doneness in a microwave.
Note: Brussels sprouts steamed in a microwave may require a bit of draining or drying depending on how much liquid you used and how powerful your microwave is. No matter how you steam them, steamed brussels sprouts are perhaps at their most delicious with a bit of butter melted over them and a sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper, if you like. That said, there are plenty of other options, including a simple spritz of lemon juice or tossing them with a bit of toasted sesame oil or chili oil.
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