Easy Air Fryer Smashed Brussels Sprouts
https://fryit.co/smashed-brussels-sprouts-air-fryer-recipe/Here's our take on the viral Tiktok Smashed Brussels Sprouts Air Fryer Recipe with a spicy twist. Super easy, no boiling required. Fry it, to believe it!
Makes 1 serving
Ingredients
- ½ pound small-to-medium sized Brussels sprouts trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/8 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/8 teaspoon Chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350ºF (177ºC) for 4 minutes.
- Clean and trim the Brussels sprouts. Using a sharp knife and a cutting board, carefully cut the base of the Brussels sprouts and remove any outer leaves with discoloration. Then, give it a quick rinse and set it aside for air frying.
- Air Fry the Brussels sprouts at 350ºF (176ºC) for 10 - 12 minutes. Instead of boiling, we'll soften the Brussels sprouts by air frying them at low heat. You can also boil them for a softer mushy core if you want.
- Once the Brussels sprouts become tender, transfer them to a large bowl. Add olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, parmesan cheese, and chili flakes. Toss everything together until the Brussels sprouts are evenly coated in the seasoning mixture.
- After coating the Brussels sprouts with seasoning, transfer them to a flat surface. Then, smash the Brussels sprouts with a glass, mug, or a small bowl with a flat base. I tried using a potato masher, but the Brussels sprouts are still too hard. You can add more seasoning at this stage.
- Transfer smashed Brussels sprouts to the air fryer, ensuring they don't overlap. Air fry the Brussels Sprouts at 400ºF (204ºC) for 5 - 8 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve and enjoy your crispy air fried smashed Brussels sprouts, garnished with additional chili flakes and parmesan cheese if desired.
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Notes
- If your air fryer doesn’t have a preheat mode, set the temperature to 350ºF (177ºC) and then let it cook for 5 minutes.
- Or you can also skip preheating by adding 2-5 minutes to your overall cooking time.
- Smaller Brussels sprouts will work best, as bigger ones will be harder to mush.
- 1/2 pound of Brussels sprouts will only yield 1 serving. If you want to make this dish as an appetizer for your family, you might need two pounds of Brussels sprouts or more.
- Seasoning the Brussels sprouts before and after mashing them will incorporate more flavor.
- Adding chili flakes is optional. You can substitute it with paprika if you're not into spicy food.
- You can make it cheesier by using shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese. If you're vegetarian, you can skip adding it.
- Bacon bits complement Brussels sprouts. It would be a good idea to add it during the mashing process.
- A glass, cup, or small bowl with a flat and solid base will work best on mushing Brussels sprouts.
- This Air Fryer Smashed Brussels sprouts recipe is best served with ranch dipping sauce.
- I used a 6-quart air fryer to test this recipe. Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer and the number of servings you are making. For optimal results, begin with the lower end of the suggested cooking time. Continue air frying until you achieve a golden brown finish.
Nutrition
Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 723mg | Potassium: 907mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1825IU | Vitamin C: 194mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 3mg
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