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(11,477)
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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

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!

Hart

Bob Simons made this for us December 2023. Delicious!!!

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FAQs

Can garlic and Brussels sprouts be planted together? ›

Alliums. Garlic, onions, and chives contain sulfur compounds that give alliums their intense flavor and aroma. Those sulfur compounds also repel pests like aphids, slugs, and cabbage loopers from neighboring Brussels sprouts.

Should I boil Brussels sprouts before roasting? ›

Unlike other vegetables, Brussels sprouts can be parboiled (even a day ahead) to reduce the roasting time without hurting their texture. That means the sprouts can be popped in the oven while the meat is resting before carving. Of course, if the main course is grilled or pan-cooked, the oven will be free for roasting.

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).

Can you cook garlic with sprouts? ›

Yes, it's fine to cook with it in certain recipes. No, you don't have to remove the sprout. We've long recommended removing any green sprouts from garlic cloves before cooking with them, since we've found that sprouted garlic can make food taste more sharp or even slightly harsh.

What should not be planted with Brussels sprouts? ›

Brussels sprouts are a member of the brassica family and should be planted in an area that has not grown other brassicas (cabbage, kale, broccoli) for at least one year.

Why do you soak Brussels 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 you keep roasted brussels sprouts from getting soggy? ›

Don't be shy with oil when roasting veggies. Stick with olive oil or grapeseed oil, but avocado, canola, or vegetable oil work fine too. Just make sure there's enough fat on the brussel sprouts (and the pan) to help them get crispy. A good rule of thumb is at least 1 Tbsp olive oil per pound of brussel sprouts.

How do you get the bitterness out of roasted brussel sprouts? ›

A splash of lemon juice, or even apple cider vinegar, works wonders on bitter sprouts. Another key ingredient is fat, which helps Brussels sprouts to crisp up. This is why it's so popular to render bacon fat and cook Brussels sprouts in it, then add the bacon bits back in at the end.

Do you roast Brussels sprouts flat side down? ›

Carefully add the mixed brussels sprouts and place them flat side down on the tray. Roast the brussels sprouts in the oven for 25-30 minutes until crispy, flipping occasionally over once about halfway through cooking.

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

To make these Brussels Sprouts ahead, slightly undercook them the day before—they should still be a little crunchy and slightly raw looking in the very center. Reheat (which will finish the cooking) just before serving in a large skillet on the stove or in a buttered, covered baking dish in the oven.

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.

What Cannot be planted with garlic? ›

She advises: 'Peas, beans, melon, and asparagus should not be planted next to garlic, as the potent garlic will actually stunt its neighbor's growth. ' It is recommended to not plant garlic too close to other alliums, including onions and leeks, as it can encourage onion maggots into the area.

How many brussel sprouts will one plant produce? ›

Harvest and storage

As the leaves begin to turn a little yellow, break them off, leaving about a 2-inch stalk. This will give the sprouts more room to develop. Harvest brussels sprouts when the heads are firm and 1 to 2 inches in diameter. Each plant yields between 60 and 100 sprouts.

Do Brussels sprouts need a trellis? ›

It is not necessary to stake Brussels sprouts at the time of planting. If you find that maturing plants are getting top-heavy and prone to flopping over, stake each plant individually with a thick bamboo stake, wooden stake, or piece of rebar and a loose piece of twine.

Do Brussels sprouts need full sun? ›

Like most vegetables, Brussels sprouts need a minimum of 6 hours of sunlight daily; more is better. They like fertile, well-drained, moist soils with plenty of organic matter.

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