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Sweet & Sour Brussels Sprouts (Air Fryer)

These Sweet and Sour Brussels Sprouts are tangy, crispy, and absolutely delicious. This simple recipe is prepared both in the air fryer and on the stovetop making a great appetizer, side dish for your favorite protein, or meatless meal all on its own. Even if you’ve never been a fan of brussels sprouts this recipe for sweet and sour Brussels sprouts will make you an absolute Brussels sprout lover. 
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time13 minutes
Total Time28 minutes
Course: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American/Asian
Keyword: Air fryer brussels sprouts, how to cook brussels sprouts in the air fryer, Sweet & sour Brussels Sprouts, sweet and sour Brussels sprouts recipe, sweet crispy Brussels sprouts
Servings: 2 (as a meal)
Calories: 455kcal
Author: Michaela Kenkel

Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons sesame oil divided
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 1/2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 1/2 Tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 1/2 Tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
  • 3/4 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple drained - reserve juice
  • 1 Tablespoon pineapple juice combined with 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • green onions for garnish if desired
  • 1 24-ounce jar Paisley Farm Dilled Brussels Sprouts, drained and cut in half

Instructions

  • Begin by draining the Paisley Farm Dilled Brussels Sprouts and cutting them in half length-wise. That keeps them intact with the stem part of the sprout.
  • Whisk vinegar together with sugars, ketchup, garlic powder, and soy sauce in a large bowl.
  • Heat 2 teaspoons of sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers and saute for 5 minutes or until they soften.
  • Add in the sauce mixture.
  • Cook until bubbly and sugars are dissolved.
  • Add the crushed pineapple to the skillet. 
  • Whisk together the pineapple juice and cornstarch and add the mixture to the sauce, and stir as it thickens.
  • Keep the sauce warm while you prepare your Brussels Sprouts in the air fryer. 
  • Add the sliced Brussels Sprouts in an even layer to the basket of your air fryer and drizzle them with 2 teaspoons of Sesame oil. Shake the basket to coat them.
  • Set the temperature to 375 degrees and air fry the sprouts for 6 minutes. Shake the basket again and cook them for another 6 minutes. Check for doneness. The sprouts will be soft inside but crispy around the edges when done. They may need another minute or two to get them to your liking.
  • Pour the sauce over the air fried Brussels Sprouts. Mix well until they are all coated.
  • Garnish with green onions if desired.
  • Serve as is for an appetizer, side dish, or over rice for a main meal for two. 

Notes

*Note that all air fryers differ when it comes to cooking times. The first time you make this recipe, watch them and make a note of how long they took specifically in yours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 92g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 718mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 77g