Make your favorite restaurant-style crispy Brussels sprouts easily at home with this Longhorn Steakhouse Brussels Sprouts Recipe! Enjoy tender insides and crispy edges with this simple and delicious copycat recipe.
Serve them alongside our Lemon Garlic Roast Chicken, the perfect Wagyu Ribeye Steak, or Mashed Potatoes. They make a fantastic addition to your holiday table or as a delightful side dish for any meal throughout the year.
Longhorn Brussels Sprouts
The Longhorn Steakhouse Brussels Sprouts Recipe is really popular, and for good reason! You might think steaks are the best thing at this famous steakhouse, but their Brussels Sprouts are also a big hit with many people.
This homemade recipe's spicy sauce with a hint of sweetness is something you'll find yourself craving again and again.
You'll Need
- Brussels Sprouts: Choose fresh, firm sprouts with a bright green color. Avoid sprouts that are yellowing or have loose leaves. Substitution: If fresh Brussels sprouts aren't available, use frozen ones. Thaw before using.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Adds flavor and helps in air frying. Substitution: Use Canola oil or vegetable oil for a more neutral taste.
- Garlic Cloves: Fresh garlic provides the best flavor.
- Sea Salt: It has a coarser grain and milder flavor compared to table salt. Substitution: Kosher salt or regular table salt will work too , but adjust the quantity as they are denser.
- Unsalted Butter: Helps to control the saltiness of the dish.
- Chipotle Chili Powder: Adds a smoky flavor. Substitution: Regular chili powder for a less smoky taste or a mix of smoked paprika and cayenne pepper for heat.
- Smoked Paprika: Adds a smoky depth to the dish. Substitution: Regular paprika with a pinch of cumin can be used for a slightly different flavor profile.
- Red Pepper Flakes: Adds a bit of heat. Substitution: Cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce can be used to achieve a similar heat level.
- Maple Syrup: Adds a subtle sweetness and richness. Substitution: Agave syrup will work as an alternative.
- Honey: Complements the maple syrup in sweetness.
How to Make Longhorn Brussels Sprouts
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Brussels sprouts with olive oil, garlic, and salt. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
Place the seasoned Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooking at this high temperature for a shorter time helps achieve the crispy texture you want. Air fry for 10-15 minutes. Start checking if they're done after 10 minutes. Shake the basket at least twice during the cooking process to ensure the sprouts crisp up evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, red pepper flakes, honey, and maple syrup. Mix these ingredients together well.
Take the Brussels sprouts out of the air fryer and transfer them to a bowl. Then toss with the sauce.
Storage
- To store leftover Brussels sprouts, place them in an airtight container or a jar with a lid and keep in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, place them in a freezer-safe container. Store like this for up to 3 months. When you're ready to eat them again, make a fresh batch of spicy sauce to add after reheating.
- Reheating Instructions: The best method to reheat your leftover Brussels sprouts is by air frying them. Simply preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and air fry them for 4 to 5 minutes. Alternatively, you can quickly toss them in a hot skillet or pan. For a quicker option, reheat them in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. We recommend to make more sauce and add it to the Brussels sprouts after reheating for the best flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can roast the Brussels sprouts in the oven instead. Bake them at a high temperature (around 400°F) until they are crispy.
While Brussels sprouts are best served fresh, you can make them ahead and reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
Yes, feel free to add ingredients like bacon bits, parmesan cheese, or nuts for added flavor and texture.
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PrintLonghorn Brussels Sprout Recipe
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Feast on Longhorn Steakhouse's Brussels Sprouts! Perfectly roasted for a crispy outside and tender inside. A delicious side that complements any steak dinner!
Ingredients
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
- 1 lb. Brussels sprouts, cleaned
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ teaspoon sea salt, or as needed
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon Chipotle Chili powder or chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Trim the ends off the Brussels sprouts. Slice them in half through the stems. For larger ones, cut them into quarters. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, if preheating is needed.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the BRUSSELS SPROUTS with OLIVE OIL, GARLIC and SALT. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Place the seasoned Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (cooking at this high temperature for a shorter time is crucial for getting that desired crispiness) and air fry for 10-15 minutes (start checking for doneness after 10 minutes). Shake the basket at least twice while roasting for even crisping.
- In a small bowl, mix together melted BUTTER, CHILI POWDER, SMOKED PAPRIKA, SALT, RED PEPPER FLAKES, HONEY, and MAPLE SYRUP.
- Remove the Brussels sprouts from the air fryer and transfer them to a bowl. Toss with the sauce.
- Serve immediately.
- Enjoy
Tip: After trimming and cutting the Brussels sprouts into halves or quarters, you can soak them in cold water for about 15 minutes. This helps to clean them thoroughly and can also improve their texture when cooked.
Notes
To store, place them in an airtight container or a jar with a lid and keep them in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
To freeze, place them in a freezer-safe container. They can be stored like this for up to 3 months. When you're ready to eat them again, make a fresh batch of spicy sauce to add after reheating.
Reheating Instructions: The best method to reheat your leftover Brussels sprouts is by air frying them. Simply preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and air fry them for 4 to 5 minutes. Alternatively, you can quickly toss them in a hot skillet or pan. For a quicker option, reheat them in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. We recommend to make more sauce and add it to the Brussels sprouts after reheating for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Side dishes
Nutrition
- Calories: 295 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 622 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 32 mg
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Amanda says
Very very good. Needed more time in MY air fryer, but this will be the "go to" recipe for brussel sprouts in my house.
chefjar says
Hi Amanda! I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe! Air fryers can vary, so I'm glad you found the right timing for yours. And thank you for sharing your experience!
Bethany says
This was 10/10! I might swap to avocado oil next time for the higher smoke point but otherwise it is perfect! I love the Brussel sprouts at longhorn and this is perfect!
chefjar says
Hi Bethany! Using avocado oil for its higher smoke point sounds like a smart tweak. And thank you for your positive feedback!