Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts

These Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts are tender and flavorful, with a tasty golden brown layer. Tossed with simple seasonings, they makes a great side dish to all your mealtime favorites.

If you love a simple vegetable dish that goes with just about everything, then you'll love these Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts. Made with a few simple seasonings, this vegan side dish is fried first to create a golden brown layer, then slow cooked in broth to soften and tenderize it. These little cabbages are so good when braised since you get the best of both worlds.

This recipe is easy to tweak to fit the meal you're serving, so you can enjoy it with lots of variety. Brussels sprouts have a slightly bitter taste naturally, but when they are cooked until tender and seasoned, they become incredibly flavorful. Even those who say they don't like this vegetable will be pleasantly surprised by how tasty it is when prepared right. Let's take a look at what you'll need to make these Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts.

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What you'll need

• Brussels sprouts.
• Olive Oil. Or any other oil of choice.
• Garlic Powder.
• Paprika.
• Salt & Pepper. To taste.
• Vegetable Broth.

How to make these Brussels Sprouts

1. Trim the Brussels sprouts, remove any dry leaves, and slice them lengthwise.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat and place the Brussels sprouts in a single layer, cut side down. Fry for about 3-4 minutes, just until a golden color appears.

3. Season the Brussels sprouts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

4. Add the vegetable broth and cover the skillet with a tight lid. Cook with the lid on for about 4-5 minutes, or just until the liquid disappears. Serve immediately.

Tips for the best Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts

• Choose good quality Brussels sprouts. Look for sprouts that are firm and heavy for their size. They should be a bright green color. Avoid any with yellowing leaves or dark spots on them.
• Trim the sprouts. Cut off the stem since this has a bitter flavor and remove the outer leaves, which can be dry or dirty. The inner layers of the Brussels sprout has the best flavor.
• Cut them lengthwise. Because the stem runs through the sprout, cutting lengthwise will split it between the two pieces. Otherwise, one half will be mostly stem, which is tougher.
• Fry them flat side down. Doing this increases the contact of the Brussels sprouts to the pan so they can brown a bit before the broth is added and they slow cook to a tender texture.

Add-ins and Substitutes

• Substitute other seasonings. You can add other seasonings to this dish, such as cayenne pepper, onion powder, cumin, lemon pepper, or even nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
• Add vinegar. Bring out some sweeter, tangier notes by adding balsamic vinegar to these Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts.
• Make it with different vegetables. In addition to the Brussels sprouts, you can add chopped sweet potatoes, green beans, broccoli, asparagus, or onion.
• Add lemon juice. When they're done cooking, splash some lemon juice over the Brussels sprouts before serving. This will add a bright citrusy flavor to this savory, earthy veggie.

How to Store

You can store these Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts in an airtight container once they have cooled. They can stay in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat them on the stovetop, or in the oven or microwave until warmed through.

What to Serve with it

• Proteins. Pair these veggies with Quick Maple Sriracha Tofu, Black Bean Tacos, Amazing Lentil Chili, or Vegan Black Bean Burgers.
• Grains. Spoon these Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts over a plate of Vegan Rice and Beans, Spinach Rice, or Mexican Quinoa Salad.
• Pasta. Enjoy them with some Creamy Zucchini Pasta, Creamy Lemon Spaghetti, Fettuccine in Tomato Sauce, or Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with Spinach.
• Potatoes. Serve this dish with Garlic Smashed Potatoes, Paprika Baked Potatoes, Vegan Mashed Potatoes, or Vegan Scalloped Potatoes.

These Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts are fried for flavor and slow cooked for tenderness. You are going to love this simple and delicious dish.

More tasty vegan veggie-loaded dishes:

• Creamy Zucchini Sauce
• Tomato Avocado Salad with Balsamic Dressing
• Creamy Eggplant Dip
• Easy Pickled Cabbage