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What To Serve With Chicken Schnitzel: Air Fryer Smashed Brussels Sprouts (+ More Traditional Sides)

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Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Air Fryer, Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 105kcal
Author: Mike Cleavenger

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Brussels Sprouts
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Prepare the sprouts by trimming the ends and, if necessary, discarding the outer leaves.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil add in the Brussels Sprouts, allowing them to cook for 10 minutes or until fork tender.
  • Transfer them to an ice bath and allow them to chill to stop the cooking process. Drain them and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • Place on a baking tray and flatten the Brussels Sprouts with a mason jar. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F/204°C for 2 minutes.
  • Toss smashed Brussels Sprouts with avocado oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Transfer into an air fryer basket, giving them enough space so they don't touch.
  • Cook in the air fryer for 5 minutes, then flip. Cook for another 5 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.

Notes

Cooking in the oven
Follow the same initial steps, but for oven preparation, bake them at 425°F for 15-20 minutes or until the edges and tops become crispy and golden brown.
Chef Tips
  • Use a sturdy glass jar (mason jar) to smash the Brussels Spouts.
  • There should not be touching inside the air fryer basket. This will allow enough space for proper airflow, resulting in a crispy texture.
  • Instead of parboiling, you can use the microwave. Put the sprouts in a microwave-safe bowl add half a cup of water and let them cook for 4-6 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 710mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 905IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 2mg