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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts: The Ultimate Crispy Guide

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Transform humble Brussels sprouts into a restaurant-quality side dish with this simple air fryer method. By using high heat and minimal oil, you achieve a perfectly caramelized, crunchy exterior while keeping the centers tender and buttery. This quick and healthy recipe is the ideal solution for busy weeknights, delivering crispy, golden-brown sprouts in under twenty minutes without the need for preheating a large oven.

Ingredients

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1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
0.5 tsp salt
0.5 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

Rinse the Brussels sprouts under cool running water and pat dry.
Trim the hard bottom stems from each sprout.
Slice each sprout in half vertically through the center.
Toss the halved sprouts in a large bowl with the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Preheat your air fryer to 380°F for three minutes.
Place the sprouts in the air fryer basket in a single, even layer.
Cook for 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even browning.

Notes

Select sprouts of similar size for consistent cooking. Do not overcrowd the basket, as this traps steam and prevents crisping. For extra tang, finish with a light drizzle of balsamic glaze after cooking.

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