Balsamic Brussel Sprouts is an easy recipe for sprouts that are pan seared on the stove top. And since they're ready in under 20 minutes they make the perfect side with any meal. Gluten-free, Easy.
So these balsamic brussel sprouts are such an easy brussel sprouts recipe that you can quickly prepare them with most any meal.
Roasted on the stove top till golden brown in a buttery balsamic sauce for a delicious side that tastes amazing!
And since we're big fans of brussel sprouts I often include them with our meals.
This Brussel Sprouts Au Gratin and Shaved Brussel Sprouts salad are almost always an addition to our holiday table or when I'm looking for an extra special side.
But for quick meals these pan seared sprouts are my go to recipe..
Ingredients needed
- Brussel sprouts
- Balsamic vinegar
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Garlic
- Red chili pepper flakes
How to make balsamic brussel sprouts
Start by trimming the sprouts and removing any outer discolored leaves and cutting off the bottom.
Then slice them in half and rinse with cold water and towel dry. Set aside.
Next you'll need to preheat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil.
Once hot add the sprouts and generously season with salt & pepper. Cook till starting to brown.
Add butter and melt and then garlic. Cook several more minutes before adding balsamic vinegar and red chili pepper flakes.
Recipe tips and notes
Make sure to preheat the skillet prior to adding the brussel sprouts!
You can save time by prepping the sprouts early in the day and then just place in a covered container in the fridge.
You can store any cooked brussel sprouts in the fridge in a covered container for up to 5 days.
I actually enjoy them cold on a salad for lunch the next day.
Use a good quality balsamic vinegar. This brand of balsamic vinegar is one of my favorites.
Other easy side dishes...
📖 Recipe
Balsamic Brussels Sprouts (Gluten-Free, Easy)
Ingredients
- 1 lb. fresh brussels sprouts
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 3-4 cloves minced garlic 1 tbsp. minced
- 3 tbsp. butter
- ½ tsp. red chili pepper flakes
- 3 ½ tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- salt & pepper to taste
- optional:
- top with shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Trim bottoms off brussels sprouts & cut in half.
- Heat olive oil over medium high heat in large skillet
- Add sliced brussels sprouts to heated pan and generously season with salt & pepper.
- Cook 8-10 minutes until starting to brown.
- Add butter and then garlic once butter has melted.
- Cook about 4-5 more minutes.
- Add balsamic vinegar & cook just another minute.
- Sprinkle with red chili pepper flakes and stir.
- Top with optional parmesan cheese.
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Updated- originally posted October 2017
Ginny
I could eat this every night! Sounds delicious!
Anjali @ Vegetarian Gastronomy
looks like the PERFECT thanksgiving side!
Roxana
This is so easy and flavorful. Mouth watering.
Liz
I've been on a brussles sprout kick lately and these sound delicious! I'll definitely be trying this!
Tina | The Worktop (@TheWorktop)
I cannot believe it's almost Halloween, and like you said, Thanksgiving and Christmas are coming up so soon! I'll have to save this recipe for the holidays.