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Stovetop Brussels Sprouts with Almonds

November 27, 2017 by Liz 15 Comments

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These stovetop brussels sprouts are a quick and easy way to add a healthy side dish to any meal! The Brussels Sprouts are cooked until brown and crispy and the almonds add a delicious crunch!

Remember when brussels sprouts were just a joke of a vegetable used to threaten children? We’ve come a long way since then. We’ve realized that there are tons of delicious way to prepare these mini cabbages, that bring out wonderful textures and flavors! I love brussels sprouts shredded in a salad but I also love when they’re brown and crispy. I often roast them to achieve a similar taste, but this pan method is much faster! And let’s be real, sometimes I just have no time to waste when it comes to vegetable preparation.

easy brussels sprouts recipe

I prefer a cast iron pan for this method but if you don’t have one, you can still make these in any large pan you have in your kitchen. If you don’t have any sliced almonds, you can swap in pine nuts or even walnuts. I just love the extra crunch!

easy brussels sprouts recipe

If the taste wasn’t enough to convince you to make this recipe, then how about the fact that Brussels sprouts are an excellent source of Vitamin K, which is important for bone health. They’re also a great source of fiber, vitamins A and B6, folate, thiamin, potassium, and manganese, as well as copper, calcium, and iron. Need I say more?

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Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts

★★★★★

5 from 7 reviews

These pan-fried Brussels sprouts are a delicious and quick way to turn these vegetables into an addictive side dish!

  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb sprouts, halved
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Trim the ends off the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half.
  2. In a large pan or cast iron skillet, heat the olive oil for over medium heat for 30 seconds.
  3. Place the brussels sprouts cut side down on the pan.
  4. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  5. Cook over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until browned, then flip and continue to cook for 2-3 more minutes. 
  6. When the sprouts have browned on both sides, remove from pan and set aside.
  7. In the same pan, add the sliced almonds and stir for 1-2 minutes until just toasted. They should be light brown but not too dark.
  8. Top the brussels sprouts with the sliced almonds and add salt and pepper to taste.

The trick is to be patient and don’t flip them until they’ve really browned. I’m an impatient cook but these are worth the wait.

easy brussels sprouts recipe

These are so yummy and they literally only take about 15 minutes to get on the table. Sometimes I’ll add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice on top. These pan-fried Brussels sprouts are delicious served with some tempeh bacon or even this vegetarian pot pie!

These stovetop brussels sprouts are a quick and easy way to add a healthy side dish to any meal! The Brussels Sprouts are cooked until brown and crispy and the almonds add a delicious crunch!

These stovetop brussels sprouts are a quick and easy way to add a healthy side dish to any meal! The Brussels Sprouts are cooked until brown and crispy and the almonds add a delicious crunch!

What’s your favorite way to make Brussels sprouts?

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Comments

  1. Pretty

    November 27, 2017 at 7:51 am

    I am not normally a big fan of brussel sprouts but maybe I will like them pan-fried.

    Reply
  2. Leslie

    November 27, 2017 at 8:08 am

    They have the most beautiful stalks of brussel sprouts now at Trader Joe’s. The kids were fascinated. Now I have a simple recipe to try (and do a little food education with the kids!)

    ★★★★★

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  3. Kelly @ Kelly Runs For Food

    November 27, 2017 at 8:35 am

    I usually like them roasted, but this looks a lot less time consuming. I’ve had to make a conscious effort to appreciate brussels sprouts, haha. When they’re cooked right, though, they are super tasty!

    Reply
  4. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

    November 27, 2017 at 9:35 am

    One of my favourite veggies! Love that they are fried in cast iron and the addition of almonds is lovely 🙂

    Reply
  5. Lisa|Garlic & Zest

    November 27, 2017 at 9:43 am

    Glad to see someone who’s not afraid to get a good char on the brussel sprouts! That’s the best way to eat them!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  6. Ali from Home & Plate

    November 27, 2017 at 11:19 am

    I am a recent convert to brussel sprouts…never liked them as a kid but they do grow on you. Especially when you add almonds to the recipe. Perfect side for the holidays.

    Reply
  7. kat

    November 27, 2017 at 5:31 pm

    Brussels don’t get nearly enough attention. I adore them! Especially on pizza. Wait – is that weird? lol

    Reply
  8. Edyta at Innocent Delight

    November 27, 2017 at 9:45 pm

    I love brussels sprouts so this dish is on my list to try 🙂 I love the addition of almonds. Great idea.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  9. Ginny

    November 27, 2017 at 10:24 pm

    So simple yet so delicious. Love the charred color and flavor that it would bring. Thanks!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  10. Debra C.

    November 27, 2017 at 11:00 pm

    You have the perfect carmelization on these Brussels! Healthy and delicious? Please pass me a plate! 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  11. Brian Jones

    November 28, 2017 at 1:32 am

    I’ve always loved sprouts, even the nasty boiled ones that wold get rolled out every Christmas… But now I cook in bucket loads of ways, I’ve been working on confit in duck fat recently, love the sound of this recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  12. Marie

    November 28, 2017 at 1:32 am

    Brussels sprouts are one of my favourite vegetables, but I’ve never pan-fried them before. I need to try that. I love how fast and easy it is to prepare!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  13. Nicole Gutierrez

    November 30, 2017 at 11:05 pm

    This recipe must read my mind. I was just thinking about the bag of Brussels sprouts sitting in my fridge I need to use. I also have a bag of mandarin oranges, I think I will throw some of those in there too and use he walnuts. YUM!

    Reply
  14. Becky

    December 1, 2017 at 9:29 am

    I was waiting for a complication…but nope, this looks super easy and delicious! On my winter cooking list!

    Reply

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