Frozen Brussels Sprouts In Air Fryer
Air fried frozen Brussels sprouts are surprisingly easy to make and only require a few ingredients. This recipe for bacon Frozen Brussel Sprouts in the Air Fryer is delicious, but you need to taste it to understand how delicious it is. These Brussels sprouts will have your mouth watering for more.
The BEST Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Making the best Brussels sprouts in your air fryer does not have to be complicated, instead, they are quite easy to make following our simple recipe. Check out the few ingredients you will need to make this delicious recipe below.
What You’ll Need
Frozen Brussels sprouts
Cooked bacon, crumbled
Olive oil
Salt and spices (such as garlic salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and sea salt)
Balsamic vinaigrette, optional
How to Cook Frozen Brussels Sprouts in the Air Fryer
To begin making your air fried frozen Brussels sprouts, start by lightly spraying your air fryer basket with oil, then remove the package from your freezer, open it, and pour the Brussels sprouts into the air fryer basket.
Air fry frozen Brussels sprouts at 400°F for 10 minutes. Remove the Brussels sprouts from your air fryer, and allow them to cool for a few minutes.
When they are cool enough to handle, cut each of your Brussels sprouts in half. This is optional but strongly recommended as it will prevent your Brussels sprouts from becoming mushy in the center.
Next, pour your halves of Brussels sprouts into a mixing bowl, toss with olive oil. Add garlic salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and sea salt mixture, and toss until combined.
Transfer your seasoned Brussels sprouts from the mixing bowl back into your air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F for an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until they are crispy.
Remove from the air fryer, and top with crumbled bacon. Serve right away, and enjoy your delicious air fryer Brussels sprouts with bacon!
Serving Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
You will want to serve your air fried frozen Brussels sprouts right after they have finished cooking. They are going to be best enjoyed when fresh from your air fryer. A few of our favorites to serve alongside frozen air fried Brussels sprouts include the following ideas.
What Can I Add to Air Fryer Frozen Brussels Sprouts to Make Them Even More Flavorful?
We like to season our air fried Brussels sprouts with sea salt, garlic salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. However, you could also try seasoning them with parmesan cheese, pepper, lemon and herb, or your favorite general purpose seasoning salt mixture for added flavor.
Balsamic Frozen Brussels Sprouts Air Fryer
Serving frozen Brussels sprouts made in the air fryer with a balsamic vinaigrette glaze is another way to enjoy your air fried Brussels sprouts. I bet you can drizzle the glaze on top of your prepared Brussels sprouts, our favorite way is simply to serve the balsamic glaze as a dipping sauce for your Brussels sprouts.
Smashed Brussels Sprouts Air Fryer
Another variation you could do is to make smashed Brussels sprouts in your air fryer. To do this, after your Brussels sprouts have been cut in half, and seasoned, take a spoon and smash each one on your cutting board before placing back into the air fryer basket.
Tips for Cooking Frozen Brussels Sprouts:
Cook from Frozen. We have found that air frying frozen Brussels sprouts works better than allowing them to thaw first. When you air fry your Brussels sprouts directly from frozen, they become crispier and taste better overall.
Cut in Half. Other cutting your Brussels sprouts in half is optional, we strongly recommend, as it allows your Brussels sprouts to be crispy throughout, rather than only crispy on the outside and mushy on the inside.
Storing and Reheating
Air fried frozen Brussels sprouts are best when enjoyed fresh from the air fryer, however, they may be stored for later if needed.
Room Temperature. Frozen Brussels sprouts cooked in the air fryer should be kept at room temperature for no more than two hours before they go bad.
Refrigerator. Leftovers may be stored in the fridge if needed. To refrigerate place in an airtight container, or seal in a plastic storage bag once your Brussels sprouts have cooled. Refrigerate for up to 3 to 4 days. Please note that your air fried Brussels sprouts are going to be best when enjoyed fresh, and will not be quite the same once stored for later.
Reheating. You may reheat Brussels sprouts in the air fryer, or oven if desired. To reheat, place in your air fryer basket and air fryer at 350°F for approximately 10 minutes or until your Brussels sprouts have warmed.
You can also reheat your Brussels sprouts in the oven if desired. Place your Brussels sprouts onto a cookie sheet, and bake in your oven at 350°F for 10 to 20 minutes or until your Brussels sprouts are warm.
FAQ
Why should you buy frozen Brussels sprouts?
Frozen Brussels sprouts are great for a variety of reasons, because you can buy them ahead of time and save them until you’re ready to use. Plus, frozen Brussels sprouts make the best air fried Brussels sprouts. When you air fry Brussels sprouts while they are still frozen, they will turn out even better than fresh Brussels sprouts.
What is the best way to cook Brussels sprouts in the air fryer?
The best way to cook Brussels sprouts in the air fryer is to move them directly from your freezer to the air fryer. Simply open the bag of frozen Brussels sprouts and pour them into your air fryer basket.
Air fry for a few minutes, then remove from the air fryer basket cut in half, and add your desired seasonings and oil. Continue to air fry until your Brussels sprouts are nice and crispy. This will give you the best Brussels sprouts ever.
Can you cook from frozen in the air fryer?
Absolutely! Cooking Brussels sprouts from frozen in the air fryer will give you the best results.
Where to buy frozen Brussels sprouts?
Although most larger grocery stores will carry frozen Brussels sprouts in the freezer section, some of our favorite places to pick up a bag of frozen Brussels sprouts are at Walmart, Trader Joe’s, or Costco.
How long do cooked Brussels sprouts last?
Cooked Brussels sprouts are best when they are fresh from your air fryer. However, if you need to store them, they may be kept for three to four days when sealed in an airtight container and stored in your fridge.
Making Frozen Brussels Sprouts in the Oven
You can also follow the above cooking method for your oven as well. Simply preheat your oven to 400°F and place your frozen Brussels sprouts in a single layer on your cookie sheet. Bake them for approximately 10 minutes, remove them from the oven at your seasoning, and cut them in half. Continue baking until crispy.
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Frozen Brussels Sprouts Air Fryer Recipe
Frozen Brussels Sprouts Air Fryer
Equipment
- air fryer (or oven works too)
Ingredients
- 12 oz bag frozen Brussels sprouts
- 3 strips cooked bacon crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- balsamic vinaigrette glaze optional for dipping
Instructions
- To begin making your air fried frozen Brussels sprouts, start by lightly spraying your air fryer basket with oil, then remove the package from your freezer, open it, and pour your Brussels sprouts into the air fryer basket.
- Air fry frozen Brussels sprouts at 400°F for 10 minutes. Remove the Brussels sprouts from your air fryer, and allow them to cool for a few minutes.
- When they are cool enough to handle, cut each of your Brussels sprouts in half. This is optional but strongly recommended as it will prevent your Brussels sprouts from becoming mushy in the center.
- Next, for your halves of Brussels sprouts into a mixing bowl, toss with olive oil. Add garlic salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and sea salt mixture, and toss until combined.
- Transfer your seasoned Brussels sprouts from the mixing bowl back into your air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F for an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until they are crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer, and top with crumbled bacon. Serve right away, and enjoy your delicious air fryer Brussels sprouts with bacon!
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