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Pan Seared Brussels Sprouts Recipe
Pan Seared Brussels Sprouts Recipe is made with Brussels sprouts, balsamic glaze, and roasted almonds.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 5 min
- Total
- 10 min
- Original yield
- Serves 4
- Ingredients
- 5 listed
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Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Sides
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less
A few quick notes
1. Check the off-heat addition
Follow the instruction to take the pan off the heat before the finishing addition.
2. Match the cuts in the method
Use the chopping, slicing or cutting preparation specified.
3. Prepare the finishing addition
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
Get to know the ingredients
Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)
In the method: Add the Brussels sprouts, cut side down, and sprinkle them with salt.
sea salt
In the method: Add the Brussels sprouts, cut side down, and sprinkle them with salt.
balsamic glaze
In the method: Once the brussels can be pierced with a fork, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the chopped almonds and balsamic glaze.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 4. Original quantities shown.
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Ingredient note
Source: 2 tablespoons olive oilIngredient note
Source: ¾ lb Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)Ingredient note
Source: ¼ teaspoon sea saltIngredient note
Source: 2 tablespoons balsamic glazeIngredient note
Source: ¼ cup chopped roasted almonds
How to make it
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Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Once the brussels can be pierced with a fork, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the chopped almonds and balsamic glaze.
A little more help as you go
Prepare the pan
Follow the pan-heating step before adding its ingredients.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Start with this step: Heat the oil in a large, non-stick or cast-iron frying pan over medium-high heat.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Follow the instruction to take the pan off the heat before the finishing addition.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Let them cook for 5 minutes, or until they are tender but still have a bit of bite.
Is there another preparation step to plan for?
Follow the pan-heating step before adding its ingredients.
Additional recipe notes
Depending on the size of the Brussels sprouts, they will be fork-tender after 5 minutes and still have a bit of a delicious bite. If you prefer your Brussels soft, add a splash of water and let them steam for another couple of minutes.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: theendlessmeal.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.