Seeking an alternative to boring boiled Brussels? From spiced sprouts to creamy cheese gratin to stir-fried Brussels with chestnuts and bacon, these recipes will show you how to transform these love-or-hate greens into something altogether new.
Bored of Lunch’s Air Fryer Soy, Butter and Sesame Sprouts
It wouldn’t be a full collection of sprout recipes without an air fryer option. Enter Bored of Lunch’s sticky, glossy soy, butter and sesame sprouts, cooked in an air fryer in 15 minutes flat.
Crispy Tamarind Sprouts with Peanuts and Shallots
Dress up the humble sprout with this recipe for Crispy Tamarind Sprouts with Peanuts and Shallots from Rukmini Iyer’s The Green Roasting Tin. An Indian street food-inspired recipe, she combines crispy chickpeas with Brussels sprouts and a punchy tamarind dressing.
Ottolenghi’s Brussels Sprouts with Burnt Butter and Black Garlic
Thought you hated sprouts with a passion? Ottolenghi’s deceptively easy recipe featuring black garlic and burnt butter from Ottolenghi SIMPLE is an open invitation to reconsider. Next thing you know, it’ll be guest of honour at your Christmas table.
Meera Sodha’s Sprout Nasi Goreng
This umami-rich nasi goreng recipe is a vegan take on fried rice, topped with shredded, marinated sprouts for added crunch and zing. This is “the sort of filthy and delicious taste that I used to think only a good takeaway could provide”, says Meera Sodha.
Squashed Brussels Roasted with Chorizo and Chestnuts
Jamie’s Squashed Brussels roasted with chorizo and chestnuts is a wonderful celebration dish and guarantees that the sprouts won’t languish, ignored by all, on the Christmas table. From Jamie Oliver’s Christmas Cookbook, this recipe works well for the festive season or alongside a classic Sunday roast.
Creamy Cheese, Brussels Sprout and Almond Gratin
Forget about over-boiled sprouts, this Creamy Cheese, Brussels Sprout and Almond Gratin from Great British Bake Off: Winter Kitchen takes the little green veg to new heights by baking them in a delicious cheese sauce, with a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb topping.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomelo and Star Anise
Ottolenghi’s Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomelo and Star Anise from Plenty More takes a fresher approach to this winter green. Teamed with seasonal citrus fruit, sugar syrup and coriander, this is vibrant and spiced. Brussels like you’ve never had them.
Brussels Sprouts and Potato Cups with Beurre Blanc Sauce and Roe
Give your Brussels the full black tie treatment with this recipe for Brussels Sprouts and Potato Cups with Beurre Blanc Sauce and Roe. From Nadine Levy Redzepi’s Downtime: Deliciousness at Home, this is an elegant dish worthy of Christmas.
Stir-fried Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts
For something a little simpler, these Stir-Fried Brussels might be just what you’re looking for. From Rosemary Shrager’s Cookery Course cookbook, Rosemary teams her sprouts with bacon, chestnuts and butter. Deliciously simple.
Charred Brussels Sprouts With Creamy Nuoc Cham
Boiled sprouts, be gone! Instead, relish in these charred sprouts drizzled over with a rich creamy cashew and fish sauce.
Vegan Maple and Sriracha-glazed Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Sweet, spicy and perfectly crispy, these are Christmas sprouts as you’ve never seen them before. A must for any Christmas feast and suitable for vegans.
