Crispy Balsamic Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

By Sprig Originals ✓ · with credit

Adapted from whiteonricecouple.com

Brussels sprouts tossed with olive oil and balsamic, then air fried until the edges go deep brown and crackly while the centers turn tender. A five-minute prep side that tastes like it took real effort.

Ingredients

• 1 pound brussels sprouts, ends trimmed, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

Instructions

1. Trim the ends off the brussels sprouts and halve small to medium ones; cut larger ones into thirds so everything is roughly the same size. Pile them into a large bowl.
2. Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the sprouts, moving your hand around the bowl as you pour so it lands everywhere instead of soaking one or two. Season with the salt, a few grinds of black pepper, and the garlic powder if you're using it.
3. Toss thoroughly with your hands or a spoon for a good 30 seconds, until the bowl is dry and every piece is slicked with the oil and vinegar. If a few look bare, add another splash of oil.
4. Tip the sprouts into the air fryer basket and cook at 360°F for 15 to 20 minutes. Pull the basket at the 8-minute mark and shake or gently stir so the pieces trade places — this is what keeps them from cooking unevenly. Shake once more near the end if some sides still look pale.
5. They're done when the outsides are deeply golden brown and crisp and a knife slides easily into the thickest piece. Taste, add more salt and pepper if it needs it, and serve hot.

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