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    Home » Recipes » Vegetables & Salads

    Aug 27, 2021 · Modified: Nov 25, 2022 by Harriet

    Pan Sautéed Brussel Sprouts With Cheese

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    If you have never tried pan sauteed Brussel sprouts before you must try this recipe! These sautéed Brussel sprouts with cheese taste so much better than plain boiled or steamed.

    A serving dish the Brussel sprouts on a wooden board.
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    • 🌟 Why You'll Love This Recipe:
    • 🥘 Ingredients In This Recipe
    • 🍽 Equipment
    • 🍳 Step By Step Instructions
    • ✏️ Recipe Notes
    • 📝 Frequently Asked Questions
    • 🍲 More Easy Recipes
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    These pan sauteed Brussel sprouts with cheese taste so much better than boiled or steamed. Quick to make this recipe is delicious any time of the year.

    👛 Cost To Make

    Estimated cost = $5.55 or about $1.39 a serve

    🌟 Why You'll Love This Recipe:

    • This recipe for pan cooked Brussel sprouts is one of the easiest recipes you will ever make. It’s fast and takes less than 15 minutes to cook.
    • I have to say that I would not eat these every day because, of the generous amounts of butter, olive oil and parmesan cheese.
    • These pan sautéed Brussel sprouts are a great comfort food and, would make a great addition to the dinner table for special occasions like Thanksgiving, Christmas or when you have guests over.

    🥘 Ingredients In This Recipe

    The printable recipe further down the page has the complete list of ingredients, including quantities and step-by-step instructions.

    Image showing  the ingredients used to make sauteed Brussel sprouts.

    Fresh Brussel sprouts – When buying sprouts pick ones that are about the same size because this will ensure even cooking.

    Also, choose ones that are firm and look good. It’s okay to have a few blemishes on the leaves because these can be removed before cooking.

    Avoid Brussel sprouts that are looking very yellow and feel soft and spongy these are too old.

    You could also use frozen Brussel sprouts, see our section "Recipe Notes and Tips" below for how to cook with frozen Brussel sprouts.

    Olive oil or you can use another light flavored oil.

    Butter – I used salted butter for this recipe but, if you are watching your salt intake you can use unsalted butter.

    Garlic – Use at least 2 cloves of fresh garlic or more if you like. You can also use 2 level teaspoons of garlic paste if you don’t have fresh garlic.

    Salt and pepper – Use these to season the Brussel sprouts to taste.

    Parmesan cheese – this gives added flavor to the dish.

    I like to mix in half of the cheese so, that it melts and mixes in with the sprouts and use the remaining as a garnish when serving.

    However, if you like more melted cheese you can mix in all of the parmesan cheese.

    🍽 Equipment

    • Small knife
    • Cutting board
    • Measuring spoons
    • Skillet with a lid
    • Tongs
    • Grater

    🍳 Step By Step Instructions

    Before you start this Pan Sauteed Brussel sprouts recipe you will need to prepare them for cooking by cutting away the base, removing any blemishes or damaged leaves, washing them, and then cutting them in half. For more detailed instructions see our "How To Prepare Brussel Sprouts For Cooking" page.

    Four part step by step image showing the first steps of cooking Brussel sprouts.

    Step 1 – Add two tablespoons of olive oil into a large skillet over medium heat.

    Two tablespoons of oil might look like too much but, if you are using a stainless steel skillet it is necessary to prevent the sprouts from sticking to the base.

    If you are using a non-stick pan, you can reduce the oil to one tablespoon. and if during cooking the pan looks dry add a splash of water.

    Step 2 – Place the sprouts cut sides down in the skillet.

    Step 3 and 4 - Put the lid on the skillet and cook Brussels sprouts undisturbed over medium heat until the cut sides turn golden brown. This will take about 5 – 8 minutes.

    Four part image showing cooked Brussel spouts with and without cheese.

    Step 5 - Turn the sprouts over, put the lid back on and cook for another 5 – 8 minutes or until the sprouts are fork-tender.

    Step 6 - Reduce the heat to low and add salt, pepper (if using), butter, and garlic.

    Step 7 - Stir until the butter has fully melted and coats the sprouts.

    Step 8 - Turn the heat to low and cook for about a minute as you mix in half of the parmesan cheese.

    Turn off the heat, transfer the pan sautéed Brussel sprouts to a serving dish, sprinkle with the remaining cheese, and serve hot.

    ✏️ Recipe Notes

    How do you know when Brussel sprouts are cooked?

    Use a fork to pierce the Brussel sprouts near the base, if it goes in easily with very little resistance it is cooked.

    Another way to tell if they are cooked is by taking a bite, if it is soft and tender it is done.

    Can’t get fresh Brussel sprouts use frozen.

    If you can’t get fresh Brussel sprouts you can use frozen. Half defrost the sprouts so you can cut in half easily. Make the recipe as outlined in the recipe instructions below with a few minor adjustments.

    1. Frozen sprouts are already blanched (partially cooked) so, you will have to be careful not to overcook the sprouts.
    2. Because they have been frozen, they will have a little more water in them compared to fresh sprouts. So, in the step 3 and 4 of the recipe cook them uncovered. This will allow the excess water to evaporate and will allow the cut sections to caramelize.
    3. At this stage you might find that they are fully cooked if so, finish the recipe from step 6 onwards.
    4. If they are not tender turn the sprouts over and cook with the lid on (step 5) for a few more minutes until tender, then proceed with the rest of the recipe.

    📝 Frequently Asked Questions

    Can you overcook Brussel sprouts?

    Yes, Brussel sprouts can be overcooked if not watched closely. Overcooking makes them soft and mushy and not really that nice to eat.

    How good are Brussel sprouts for you?

    Brussel sprouts are high in, nutrients, low in calories, high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and rich in antioxidants, making them a good vegetable to include in your everyday diet.

    🍲 More Easy Recipes

    Want more super easy stovetop recipes? Try making this pork mince stir fry with noodles, this easy chicken pulao, or this Korean ground beef rice bowl recipe.

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    Image showing pan sauteed Brussel sprouts cooked and ready to serve.

    I do hope you give this recipe for Pan Sautéed Brussel Sprouts with Cheese a try. If you do please come back and leave a comment below because I would love to know how you went.


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    Sauteed Brussel sprouts with cheese.

    Pan Sauteed Brussel Sprouts

    A quick and easy recipe for pan sauteed Brussel sprouts with cheese. These Brussel sprouts a tender and delicious, great for serving on occasions like Thanksgiving, Christmas or when you have special guests.
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    Prep Time : 5 mins
    Cook Time : 15 mins
    Resting Time : 0 minutes
    Total Time : 20 mins
    Cuisine: : Western
    Course : Sides
    Servings : 4
    Calories : 201 : kcal
    Estimated Cost (AUD) : $5.55 or about $1.39 a serve

    EQUIPMENT

    • Small sharp knife
    • Cutting board
    • Measuring spoons
    • Skillet with a lid
    • Tongs
    • Grater

    INGREDIENTS

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 500 grams (1 pound) Brussel sprouts cleaned and cut in half
    • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper optional
    • 30 grams (2 tablespoons) butter
    • 2 garlic cloves grated or minced
    • 30 grams (¼ cup) parmesan cheese grated
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    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over a medium flame.
    • Add the Brussel sprouts cut side down.
    • Put the lid on the skillet and turn down the heat to medium / low.
    • Cook undisturbed for about 5- 8 minutes or until the cut side has browned.
    • Turn the sprouts over, put the lid back on and cook for another 5 – 8 minutes or until the sprouts are fork tender.
    • Turn the heat to low and add the salt, pepper butter and garlic. Stir until the butter has fully melted and coated the sprouts.
    • Turn off the heat and mix in just over half the parmesan cheese.
    • Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with the remaining cheese, serve hot.

    Notes

    TIPS FOR BUYING BRUSSEL SPROUTS
    When buying sprouts pick ones that are about the same size because, this will ensure even cooking.
    Also choose ones that are firm and look good. It’s okay to have a few blemishes on the leaves because, these can be removed before cooking.
    Avoid Brussel sprouts that are looking very yellow and feel soft and spongy these are too old.
    ***
    HOW TO TELL WHEN BRUSSEL SPROUTS ARE COOKED
    Use a fork to pierce the Brussel sprouts near the base, if it goes in easily with very little resistance it is cooked.
    Another way to tell if they are cooked is by taking a bite, if it is soft and tender it is done.
    ***
    CAN'T GET FRESH BRUSSEL SPROUTS USE FROZEN
    If you can’t get fresh Brussel sprouts you can use frozen. Half defrost the sprouts so you can cut in half easily. Make the recipe as outlined in the recipe instructions with a few minor adjustments.
    1. Frozen sprouts are already blanched (partially cooked) so, you will have to be careful not to overcook the sprouts.
    2. Because they have been frozen, they will have a little more water in them compared to fresh sprouts. So, in the step 3 and 4 of the recipe cook them uncovered. This will allow the excess water to evaporate and will allow the cut sections to caramelize. 
    3. At this stage you might find that they are fully cooked if so, finish the recipe from step 6 onwards.
    4. If they are not tender turn the sprouts over and cook with the lid on (step 5) for a few more minutes until tender, then proceed with the rest of the recipe.
    Nutrition Facts
    Pan Sauteed Brussel Sprouts
    Serving Size
     
    1 serving
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    201
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    15
    g
    23
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    6
    g
    38
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    1
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    7
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    21
    mg
    7
    %
    Sodium
     
    496
    mg
    22
    %
    Potassium
     
    503
    mg
    14
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    12
    g
    4
    %
    Fiber
     
    5
    g
    21
    %
    Sugar
     
    3
    g
    3
    %
    Protein
     
    7
    g
    14
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1189
    IU
    24
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    107
    mg
    130
    %
    Calcium
     
    147
    mg
    15
    %
    Iron
     
    2
    mg
    11
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Nutrition Disclosure

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    1. Annika says

      April 15, 2022 at 9:18 am

      5 stars
      I made this recipe and love it.

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      December 21, 2021 at 5:27 pm

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