Instant Pot Brussels Sprout Recipe Easy & Yummy
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Instant Pot Brussels Sprout Recipe is a keeper. It is a perfect side for Thanksgiving meal. Since it is such an easy & simple recipe to make, you can put it together in no time. INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO INCLUDED.
Instant Pot Brussels Sprout Recipe – Easy, Yummy & Delicious
This vegetable is nutrient dense and super food. And when perfectly cooked, these make a super yummy & healthy Instant Pot side dish.
Both my girls love eating Buttered Brussels Sprout. Hence I keep it stocked in my refrigerator. It is so easy to make this recipe, that my 16 years old often makes it for herself and the younger sister.
This dish can be a delicious accompaniment with any Pasta Meal or Garlic Mashed Potatoes. I love to serve this HOLIDAY SALAD with CRANBERRY VINAIGERATTE along side.
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What is Brussels Sprout?
For the longest time, I called this leafy tiny sturdy vegetable as Brussel Sprouts. Very fine margin between the 2, right?
It belongs to the family of Cabbage, grown for its edible buds. The vegetable has been popular in Brussels, Belgium and may have gained the name from there.
Refer here for more information.
Health Benefits of this Mini Cabbage
- Brussels Sprout is rich is Fiber, Vitamins and Minerals like Vitamin A, C, & K, Folate and Manganese. Rich in Protein and low in carbs.
- The vegetable is rich in Antioxidants.
- Helps maintain the blood sugar levels.
- May reduce inflammation.
- So easy to add to your diet.
The Recipe Ingredients
Isn’t it wonderful that only handful of ingredients can make such a delicious recipe and that too in no time?
So all we need is –
Brussels Sprout
Butter
Garlic
Salt & Black Pepper
Water
Garnish (optional) – Toasted Almond & Cranberries Salad Topper
Kitchen Gadgets for the Recipe
Instant Pot 3 quart or larger
How to Cook Brussel Sprouts in Instant Pot?
It is a pretty simple and straight forward recipe.
Few people like to steam the vegetable. I like to cook it on Pressure Cook Mode. And follow QPR (quick pressure mode) immediately.
Can I Steam these?
Yes you can. Refer to this recipe here for more instructions.
What to do with the leftover broth in the inner pot?
There will be leftover broth in the inner pot. That is rich in flavors and nutrients. Please do not throw it. Use it in your soups and stews. The garlic base broth will enhance any recipe’s flavors.
How long will Cooked Brussel Sprouts last in refrigerator?
Although they can last for up to a week, but I would suggest to consume the cooked vegetable within 2 days for the best taste.
Can I use frozen vegetable for this recipe?
Yes you can. Although fresh is the best.
Can I make this recipe VEGAN Brussels Sprout in IP?
Just swap Butter with Olive Oil and you have VEGAN VERSION of it.
Variations of the Recipe
Although I have used Garlic to flavor it, there are tonnes of other options –
- Pair these with shallots
- Use Balsamic Vinegar to flavor
- Sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese on top
- Use orange zest or lemon zest for more flavor
- Cook with Carrots
- Add more herbs like rosemary, etc.
- Top with toasted walnuts
There are many possibilities.
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Instant Pot Brussel Sprouts Recipe
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Instant Pot Brussel Sprouts Recipe - Easy & Delicious
Equipment
- Instant Pot 6 quart or Mealthy Multipot
- Kitchen Colander
- Measuring Spoons, Measuring Cups, Stirring Spoon,
- Chopping board and knife
- Inner Pot
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussel Sprouts cleaned, washed & the stock removed. If large in size, then cut into halves.
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 2 large Garlic Cloves peeled & minced
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/4 to 1/2 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
- 1/2 cup Water
- 2 to 3 tbsp Toasted Almonds & Cranberries Salad Topper, optional
Instructions
- Take a kitchen colander and wash brussel sprouts thoroughly. Using kitchen board and knife, clean and cut the vegetable into halves.
- Add inner pot inside the instant pot. Plug it in. Press the Saute mode and set on high.
- Once the screen displays HOT, add Butter to the inner pot. As the butter melts, add minced garlic to the pot. Saute for 45 seconds to a minute till the garlic smells buttery.
- Now add washed and halved Brussel Sprouts to the pot. Give it a good stir with kitchen spatula. And add salt and black pepper along with 1/2 cup water. Stir again. Cancel Saute Mode.
- Place the IP lid and set the valve to SEALING. Press the PRESSURE COOK MODE and set on HIGH for 2 minutes. This will give soft buttery melt in the mouth texture. If you want firmer texture, go for 0 minutes. If you are using Whole Brussel Sprouts, then do 2 minutes for firm texture and 3 minutes for softer texture.
- As the timer goes off, follow QPR (quick pressure release). Open the lid and take the Cooked Brussel Sprouts out in a serving bowl. There will be some broth left behind. Do not add to this dish. But save it and use it as a vegetable broth for your soup and stews. It is packed with the flavors of garlic, butter and black pepper. Very very flavorful.
- I loved topping these with toasted almonds & cranberries. It added so much more flavor and crunchiness to the dish. This is optional. More suggestions are given in the notes below.
Video
Notes
Texture of this Instant Pot Brussel Sprouts Recipe
The texture is soft melt in the mouth. It’s not mushy.
If you want firm texture for halved Brussel Sprouts, cook for 0 minutes.If you plan to cook whole Brussel Sprouts, then cook for 2 minutes for firmer texture. And for softer texture of whole Brussel Sprouts, cook for 3 minutes. Follow QPR for either choice.
Variations of the Recipe
Although I have used Garlic to flavor it, there are tonnes of other options -- Pair these with shallots
- Use Balsamic Vinegar to flavor
- Sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese on top
- Use orange zest or lemon zest for more flavor
- Cook with Carrots
- Add more herbs like rosemary, etc.
- Top with toasted walnuts
Can I Steam these?
Yes you can. Refer to this recipe here for more instructions.What to do with the leftover broth in the inner pot?
There will be leftover broth in the inner pot. That is rich in flavors and nutrients. Please do not throw it. Use it in your soups and stews. The garlic base broth will enhance any recipe's flavors.How long will Cooked Brussel Sprouts last in refrigerator?
Although they can last for up to a week, but I would suggest to consume the cooked vegetable within 2 days for the best taste.Can I use frozen vegetable for this recipe?
Yes you can. Although fresh is the best.Can I make this recipe VEGAN Brussels Sprout in IP?
Just swap Butter with Olive Oil and you have VEGAN VERSION of it.Nutrition
I am sure you will try it. Please leave the feedback in the comments section.
Thanks,
Sonal
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