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Garlic Brussel Sprouts Recipe

From a forgotten vegetable to the star of the table, the humble brussel sprout, has undergone a culinary shift in recent years. Gone are the days of mushy, bitter sprouts that made children everywhere cringe.

This garlic brussel sprouts recipe transforms these miniature cabbages into an irresistable dish, you’ll find yourself reaching for seconds and even thirds. The secret lies in the perfect balance of high-heat roasting and the aromatic addition of fresh garlic, creating a dish that’s both sophisticated and comforting.

Garlic Brussel sprouts in a bowl.

Why This Recipe Will Make You a Brussel Sprouts Believer

You’ll fall head over heels for this recipe because it strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and sophistication. The high-heat roasting method caramelizes the natural sugars, creating crispy, golden-brown edges while maintaining a tender interior.

When combined with fresh garlic, these brussels sprouts develop an almost addictive quality. Even those who claim to dislike this vegetable find themselves converted after one bite.

Close up of sauteed garlic Brussel sprouts in a bowl.

Perfect Pairings: Making Your Meal Complete

This versatile side dish pairs beautifully with almost any main course. Serve it alongside a perfectly seared steak for a steakhouse-worthy meal at home, or complement a roasted chicken for a cozy Sunday dinner.

Additionally, garlic brussel sprouts pairs wonderfully next to glazed salmon or as part of a vegetarian feast. During the holidays, these garlic brussel sprouts hold their own among traditional favorites, adding a modern twist to the classic spread. The dish is substantial enough to satisfy vegetarians as a main course when served with tasty polenta or quinoa.

Garlic Brussel sprouts in a bowl.

A Simple Recipe That Steals the Show

What began as a simple vegetable side dish has evolved into a crave-worthy recipe that might just become the star of your dinner table. The combination of garlic’s savory depth and the sprouts’ natural sweetness creates a dish that’s far greater than the sum of its parts.

Garlic Brussel Sprouts Recipe

Jane and Sonja
This sauteed garlic brussel sprouts recipe transforms these miniature cabbages into an irresistable dish, leaving you to ask for seconds.
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Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups Brussel sprouts
  • 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • pinch of salt and pepper
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • Wash and rinse brussel sprouts.
  • Add to pot of boiling water.
  • Cook for 10 minutes and drain water.
  • When brussel sprouts cooked, preheat oil and melt butter in frying pan.
  • Sauté garlic just until golden.
  • Add brussel sprouts. Mix all together and then serve.
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