Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Garlic Recipe (2024)

By Mark Bittman

Updated Nov. 13, 2023

Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Garlic Recipe (1)

Total Time
35 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
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5(11,516)
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This recipe for roasted brussels sprouts from Mark Bittman is our most popular version and is perfect as a Thanksgiving side dish. If you haven’t yet figured out a go-to recipe, this simple preparation is the answer. It results in sweet caramelized brussels sprouts that will make a believer out of anyone. Discover more ideas for the big day in our best Thanksgiving recipes collection.

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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings

  • 1pint brussels sprouts (about a pound)
  • 4 to 6tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, to coat bottom of pan
  • 5cloves garlic, peeled
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1tablespoon balsamic vinegar

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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

208 calories; 17 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 12 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 12 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 3 grams sugars; 4 grams protein; 322 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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  1. Heat oven to 400 degrees. Trim bottom of brussels sprouts, and slice each in half top to bottom. Heat oil in cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers; put sprouts cut side down in one layer in pan. Put in garlic, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

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    Cook, undisturbed, until sprouts begin to brown on bottom, and transfer to oven. Roast, shaking pan every 5 minutes, until sprouts are quite brown and tender, about 10 to 20 minutes.

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    Taste, and add more salt and pepper if necessary. Stir in balsamic vinegar, and serve hot or warm.

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Peggy

Can I make this today to serve tomorrow at Thanksgiving? Oven gets too full at zero hour...

Susan

I think I use Ina Garten's recipe. Much easier and less oil. Just halve the brussel sprouts and toss them in a tablespoon and a half of olive oil and roast at 450 degrees.

Margaux Laskey, Staff Editor

Since reading all of the comments here, we've taken another look at the recipe and adjusted it. 10-20 minutes @ 400 degrees with a few shakes of the pan in between. I hope this change yields better results for all of you!

ChadBad

“Cook, undisturbed, until sprouts begin to brown on bottom...” okay, Schrödinger's cat instructions.

Brent

I chop my garlic (but use less) and add dried cranberries & walnuts at the end. People go crazy.

Karen Backus

I have made this recipe twice. The first time, I followed the directions and it was burned to a crisp after 20 minutes. The second time, I doubled the garlic, slivered it, and cooked the brussels sprouts for 10 minutes in the oven after sauteeing as directed. They were perfect.

Mary

Can I make this the day before Thanksgiving? How do I warm on Thanksgiving?

John

Cover the pan with large heavy duty foil for the first 10 minutes so the sprouts steam and soften a bit. Then remove the foil for the last 20 minutes.

Add chopped pancetta or bacon with the brussels sprouts when you toss them with olive oil - it add a wonderful flavor. And mince the garlic instead of whole cloves, but add the garlic in the last five minutes since minced will burn if roasted for the entire time. (The recipe also works well w/cauliflower although no need to cover it with foil.)

Carey

It never ceases to amaze me when knowledgeable cooks use extra virgin olive oil in dishes like this. EVOO is a complete waste of money and mainly just a good way to set off the smoke detectors. Not only does it completely lose its distinctive flavor when heated this hot, it also has a very low smoke point (375F, so expect smoke). An extra light olive oil would be a good choice here, as would peanut, soybean, canola, corn, or even ghee.

Cate Doty, Senior Staff Editor, NYT Cooking

You can roast frozen brussels sprouts; just make sure they don't thaw before you put them in the oven. Steaming the water off in the oven will help keep them crispy.

Steve Abbott

This is a marvelous way to prepare Brussels sprouts and is probably my family's favorite presentation. I would, however, maintain an oven temp closer to 375 degrees with an oven cooking time closer to 15-20 minutes. This still produces, at least in my oven, very brown, slightly charred sprouts which we prefer to the more extensively charred sprouts cooked at the higher temperature. Just watch them closely and you'll get what YOU like!

Joanna

Unnecessary fussing. No need to use skillet. No need to "cut side down". Simple stir with oil. season bake as directed. Stir half way though.

JL Rivers

I like to toss the brussels sprouts in the olive oil to get them nicely coated before placing them on a baking sheet and in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes at 400F.

jeffsf

A pint of brussels sprouts is nowhere near a pound. A quart is about 13 ounces.

Kathryn

another look at the recipe and adjusted it. 10-20 minutes @ 400 degrees with a few shakes of the pan in between. I hope this change yields better results for all of you!Cover the pan with large heavy duty foil for the first 10 minutes so the sprouts steam and soften a bit. Then remove the foil for the last 20 minutes. Add chopped pancetta or bacon with the brussels sprouts when you toss them with olive oil - it add a wonderful flavor. And mince the garlic instead of whole cloves, but

cindy

I am a super picky eater and I love this recipe, although I double the garlic.

Kurt

A little chopped pancetta with the sweetness of the roasted brussels sprouts and slight acidity from the balsamic made this “delicious” according to my 5 year old granddaughter.

citymombt

if u have steam oven, it makes this recipe very fast..sear on stove, preheat steam oven - then when ready , turn off steam to reg. convection and put in for maybe 5 min...drizzle balsamic. done!

Erin Kurinsky

I loved this recipe, but I need a little more clarity. How long in the pan before going into the oven? How long in the oven? I ended up with beautifully tasting, melt-in-your-mouth sprouts. They literally dissolved upon eating. Were they supposed to have a little firmness to them? I liked them this way, but my husband wanted a little more bite. What is the correct firmness for a brussels sprout?

SK19118

YES!!!!! Finally got my Brussel sprouts to turn out the way I wanted! Will prepare this way from now on.

Jsully

Made on Feb 7 2024.

GRP

Absolutely perfect and utterly simple recipe for brussels sprout lovers.

theSOW

The platonic ideal of Brussels sprouts recipes. Delicious and easy.

Sam K

10min in oven should suffice. I like how browned the brussels gets by cooking on the stove face down first.

BeeQuay

Toss in oil, roast in an airfryer, finish in a mixing bowl. This leaves the oven to cook the roast or whatever else you're cooking. I prefer to finish with fig reduction instead of balsamic.

yup

Just roast no stove top. 400 for 20 ish

Heather W

I subbed pomegranate molasses for balsamic. Also used a nonstick pan—that could take 390F temp in oven. Delicious!

Pamela

It was excellent. Great texture--soft but not mushy sprouts with the perfect amount of charred and crisp leaves. My only change, in future, will be the reduction of the amount of balsamic vinegar (not a fan) or the substitution of said vinegar with another aromatic liquid.

Lily K

These were so good! Made exactly as written, but added shallots!

KL

We use one tbsp of olive oil! Excellent!

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Garlic Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Should I boil Brussels sprouts before roasting? ›

Your first step should always be to blanch the brussels sprouts. This is basically when they get submerged in boiling water just for a few minutes, not until they're fully cooked, but just enough to take away some of the bitterness. Blanching also softens them and preserves their beautiful bright green color.

Why are my roasted brussel sprouts not crispy? ›

Why Are My Brussel Sprouts Not Crispy? Spread them out into a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet to avoid overcrowding. If they're too close together, they'll steam instead of roast which stops the crisping process.

Is it better to cut brussel sprouts before roasting? ›

To maximize the flat areas, which get the most crispy surface area, cut your Brussels sprouts in half. If your Brussels sprouts are very small, you can leave them whole (and if they are very large, quarter them).

Is it better to roast brussel sprouts whole or halved? ›

You can technically do either, but we think that cutting them in half first gives you better roasted Brussel sprouts.

Why do you soak brussel sprouts before cooking? ›

The soak time tenderizes the sprouts so the middles are softer. Don't worry, they won't be soggy! I would never do that to you. If, like me, you don't mind some chew to your sprouts, you don't need to soak the Brussels sprouts prior to cooking.

How do I roast brussel sprouts without bitterness? ›

  1. Brussels sprouts have a bad reputation for tasting horrible because very few people know how to cook them properly. ...
  2. But try cutting them in half, drizzling a bit of olive oil over the top, and roasting them with garlic and onion, and a pinch of kosher salt. ...
  3. When cooked well, they have a wonderful, nutty flavor.
Jul 13, 2020

How do you keep roasted Brussels sprouts from getting soggy? ›

If you want your roasted Brussels sprouts to be seriously crispy, you need to crank up the heat. Roasting at a low temperature won't allow them to brown properly, so you want to get that oven nice and hot before tossing in your baking sheet. Follow this tip: Roast Brussels sprouts at a minimum of 400°F.

Why soak Brussels sprouts in salt water? ›

For best results, soak your Brussels sprouts in salt water. Not only does salt act to tenderize the dense sprouts, but it will also help to season them all the way through. It won't take a lot -- just add 1 tablespoon of salt per 1 quart of water and toss in trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts.

Can you roast Brussels sprouts ahead of time and reheat? ›

Reheat the Same Way They Were Cooked

The only difference is that we'll lower the oven temperature for reheating. A high oven temperature is ideal for roasting, but since the sprouts are already cooked, we just want to heat them through and bring back their crispy char, without burning them.

Should I cut brussel sprouts in half before roasting? ›

Cut the bottom of each brussels sprout off (about 1/4" or less) and then slice in half lengthwise. Toss all ingredients and place in a single layer on a baking dish. Roast for 25 minutes or until brussels sprouts are slightly browned and tender throughout. Serve hot or cold.

Why are my roasted Brussels sprouts tough? ›

Like soggy steamed Brussels, Brussels sprouts that are dry and chewy are no good either. This could be caused by using too little oil for roasting. You need a nice coating of oil—enough to make the heads shiny or if they're cut, enough oil to get inside the folds of some of the leaves.

How many Brussels sprouts per person? ›

Sprouts on the stalk will stay fresher longer than sprouts that have been picked off and sold loose. Plan on about 1/2 pound (8 ounces) of raw brussels sprouts per person.

How to prep Brussels sprouts? ›

How to prepare Brussels sprouts. If the sprouts are still on the stalk, twist each one off, trim away any loose, yellow or damaged leaves and wash, then trim the base. Some people cut a cross in the base to make sure they cook evenly, but with smaller ones it's not necessary, as it can cause them to go mushy.

Do you need to blanch Brussels sprouts before roasting? ›

Like all cabbages, Brussels are unavoidably fibrous and dense. You must overcome this by either cooking them in salty water until fork tender (blanching), or by roasting at a high (over 425F) temperature for upwards of 20 minutes. To guarantee great texture, do both!

Should I parboil brussel sprouts before grilling? ›

Because the Brussels sprouts won't fully cook in the time it takes to grill them, it's best to pre-cook them. Either steam or cook in boiling, salted water until they are just fork-tender, about 5 minutes.

How long should you parboil Brussels sprouts? ›

Bearing in mind that the aim of parboiling foods is to only partially cook them, it takes very little time at all to parboil Brussels sprouts. Just three to four minutes is all you'll need to soften them and you can tell when they are ready to drain because they will turn bright green.

Should sprouts be boiled? ›

Boiling them renders them easier to digest, making the nutrient-rich sprouts more tolerable for sensitive digestive systems. Additionally, the boiling process significantly reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses associated with raw sprouts, ensuring safer consumption.

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