These Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts are crispy and crunchy on the outside but tender and juicy on the inside. They’re the perfect vegetable side dish for a quick and healthy dinner!
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The Process
Ingredients:
Brussels Sprouts
- Brussels Sprouts
- Oil – Avocado, Olive or Vegetable
- Seasoning – Paprika, Garlic Powder, Salt, and Pepper
- Honey
- Sriracha
Dipping Sauce
- Mayonnaise
- Dijon Mustard
- Honey
- Paprika
1. Cut and Steam Brussels Sprouts
Start by cutting the ends of your brussels sprouts, removing any dead leaves and washing if need be. (This has some great guidance if you need help trimming your brussel sprouts!) Next, add them to a glass bowl with a bit of water at the bottom. Microwave for 4 minutes.
2. Smash and Season
Drain the water from the glass bowl and toss your Brussels Sprouts with oil. Now add them to your air fryer (or sheet pan) and smash them! After smashing, sprinkle on the seasonings. Make sure to flip and season both sides, then finish off with a quick, small drizzle of more oil.
3. Air Fry
Since I smashed them in the air fryer basket, I did not preheat the air fryer. Close the drawer and air fry at 400° for 8-10 minutes, flipping half way through.
4. Don’t Forget the Dip!
Mix together the mayonnaise, dijon mustard, honey, and paprika and Enjoy!
FAQ
How do I make sure these air fryer brussels sprouts are super crispy?
Make sure to smash them very thin and drizzle with extra oil before air frying! If they’re giving you too much resistance then throw them in the microwave for another minute. Also, make sure when they’re done you remove them from the air fryer. If you leave them in they may end up steaming which will take away the crunchiness were going for.
What kind of Air Fryer did you use to make this recipe?
I used the Instant Vortex Plus 6-Quart Air Fryer. I love that it has a window so you can see the food while it’s cooking!
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The Recipe
These Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts are sweet, spicy, crispy, tender, and a delicious vegetable side dish for a quick and easy dinner!
Trim your brussels sprouts and remove any dead leaves. Wash if need be and add them to a microwave-safe bowl.
Add the water to the bowl and microwave for 4 minutes. You can also steam using the stove if you prefer!
Carefully strain the water from the bowl and gently toss the brussels sprouts with oil.
Put the brussels sprouts into the air fryer basket and smash them thinly with a cup (I used a mason jar).
Add the paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper after smashing, then lightly drizzle with more oil.
Without preheating, air fry at 400° for 8-10 minutes flipping halfway through. Keep an eye on it after 6 minutes since air fryers vary so much in cook time!
Quickly remove the brussels sprouts from the air fryer, add them to your serving dish, and drizzle with a bit of sriracha and honey. Enjoy!
Mix together the mayonnaise, dijon mustard, honey, and paprika. Serve with the Brussels Sprouts!
Ingredients
Directions
Trim your brussels sprouts and remove any dead leaves. Wash if need be and add them to a microwave-safe bowl.
Add the water to the bowl and microwave for 4 minutes. You can also steam using the stove if you prefer!
Carefully strain the water from the bowl and gently toss the brussels sprouts with oil.
Put the brussels sprouts into the air fryer basket and smash them thinly with a cup (I used a mason jar).
Add the paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper after smashing, then lightly drizzle with more oil.
Without preheating, air fry at 400° for 8-10 minutes flipping halfway through. Keep an eye on it after 6 minutes since air fryers vary so much in cook time!
Quickly remove the brussels sprouts from the air fryer, add them to your serving dish, and drizzle with a bit of sriracha and honey. Enjoy!
Mix together the mayonnaise, dijon mustard, honey, and paprika. Serve with the Brussels Sprouts!