will shredded brussel sprouts turn brown

If you hate Brussels sprouts, you NEED to try shredded and roasted Brussels sprouts! They’re crispy and delicious, and luckily shaved Brussels sprouts are easily found at the grocery store!

The best part about roasted Brussels are the little crispy edges. Imagine having a big pan full of those crispy edges, roasted with fresh garlic and hit with a little lemon and Parm? Yes, they’re as great as they sound.

Thankfully grocery stores are selling pre-shredded Brussels sprouts these days, but if you have a food processor and would rather shred your own, go right ahead!

Roasting and shredding Brussels sprouts is the only way to eat them. Can you promise me youll never boil them again?

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WILL SHREDDED BRUSSEL SPROUTS TURN BROWN. No, not if your cooking them the day of. What is this? Wash and trim the ends off the Brussels, then cut in half before placing in the food processor.
will shredded brussel sprouts turn brown

How to make Crispy Brussel Sprouts

  • Slice off the bottom 1/2 – inch of the sprouts off and discard the outer leaves that fall off on their own. (You can actually buy them pre-shredded now!)
  • Slice them really thinly, either with a slicing blade on a food processor or with a really sharp knife. This super important — it’s what makes them so crispy when they bake!
  • Put them on a large sheet pan and drizzle with oil, salt, and pepper. (I like to use avocado oil.) You can also add fresh minced garlic or garlic powder. Toss to coat everything evenly.
  • Make sure you preheat the oven to 425 or 400 degrees and roast for about 20 minutes or until they get nice and brown and crispy. Sometimes 425 degrees is a little hot, but it might depend on your oven. Setting the oven to 400 degrees would fix that.

will shredded brussel sprouts turn brown

These Shaved Brussel Sprouts will convert you to loving Brussels!

Before we moved to Nevada, my best friend in Cali (and her husband) took us out to eat at a swanky little place called Neumanali for what turned out to be one of the best (if not THE best) meals of my life.

One thing that I particularly loved was a side of roasted shredded brussels sprouts.

I was determined to recreate them in my own kitchen, and I think I did a pretty good job.

So good, that my kids will occasionally eat these. And I’ve converted many a Brussels sprout hater with this one.

I promise if there’s a chance you’d like roasted Brussels sprouts, THIS IS IT. Shredded Brussels (or shaved Brussels sprouts) are the key to peace with these funny little veggies.

will shredded brussel sprouts turn brown

Ina Garten’s Sauteed Shredded Brussels Sprouts | Barefoot Contessa | Food Network

FAQ

Can I chop brussel sprouts ahead of time?

While Brussels sprouts are best kept whole until you’re ready to use them, we certainly can’t deny the benefits of prepping them ahead of time. If you do trim, cut, or shred Brussels sprouts ahead of time, do so no more than one to two days in advance, and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

How do you keep shredded brussel sprouts fresh?

Storing Chopped Brussels Sprouts If you’re cutting your Brussels sprouts before storing them, trim the ends, then place the cut or shredded sprouts in a food-safe plastic container, such as a GladWare® Food Protection Container and store in the fridge. Cut Brussels sprouts should last around three days.

How do you keep brussel sprouts from browning?

No matter how you’re going to cook your Brussels sprouts, you’ll want to trim them first. At the base of each sprout is the spot where it was originally connected to the plant. Unless you’ve just cut the sprouts off the stalk yourself, this area will have become dry and browned during storage.

Is it OK to eat brown brussel sprouts?

If any of the leaves have brown spots or are yellowing, it’s a sign of early spoilage. If you remove the blemished leaves and the interior looks OK, you can still use the sprout. However, if the interior leaves are also showing blemishes or yellowing, it’s best to toss it (or compost it, if you can).

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