Steamed Brussles Spouts

Steamed Brussels Sprouts are a quick and easy side dish or meal prep option. Or, steam sprouts as a culinary technique to prepare them for sautéing, stir-frying, or roasting with all your favorite flavors.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings servings (1 cup each)

Calories 49kcal

Author Meggan Hill

Equipment

Steamer basket (see note 1)

Ingredients

1 pound Brussels sprouts ends trimmed and halved (see note 2)

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

In a medium or large saucepan, add 1 inch of water. Add steamer basket (with feet extended) and bring to boil over medium-high heat. Add Brussels sprouts to steamer basket.
Reduce heat to medium, cover, and steam for 5 to 10 minutes (or until desired doneness is reached).

Notes

Steamer basket: This OXO stainless steel steamer basket is simple, but it gets the job done, and it’s been my go-to for years. See more options in The Best Steamer Baskets.
Brussels sprouts: Seek out sprouts of a similar size, if possible. When everything is cut in the same general size, it’s easier to ensure even cooking. Store raw Brussels sprouts in an airtight container in your crisper drawer. Trim stems and remove any discolored or loose outer leaves before cooking.
Yield: One pound of fresh Brussels sprouts makes 4 cups of steamed Brussels sprouts (4 servings, 1 cup each).
Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat leftovers in the microwave in 30-minute intervals or on the stove top with a little broth, water, or olive oil.

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