Smashed Brussels Sprouts | The Recipe Critic

Irresistibly crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts are simple to make, loaded with delicious flavor, and have the best crunchy texture. These pair well with almost any protein and will definitely upgrade your side dish game!

Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts

Smashed Brussels sprouts are a spin-off the very popular and very delicious smashed potatoes recipe. They’re just as easy to make and are the perfect side dish or appetizer. I might even like these more than smashed potatoes because they are addictively crispy and caramelized around the edges. So addictive, in fact, I sometimes can’t stop myself from eating them straight off the pan!

Crispy Brussels Sprouts Ingredients

You won’t believe that just four simple ingredients can bring so much flavor! The whole smashing method takes this green vegetable to the next level. The exact measurements of the ingredients are in the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

• Brussels Sprouts: This recipe uses about one pound of cleaned and trimmed whole Brussels sprouts.
• Olive Oil: This recipe uses a generous amount of olive oil to cook the Brussels. This will help them to become crispy and keep them from burning.
• Salt and Black Pepper: All you need is a simple seasoning of flakey salt and black pepper.

How to Make Smashed Brussels Sprouts

These smashed Brussels sprouts are a unique side dish that everyone will love! They’re so good that your family will be swiping them from the sheet pan before you can get them to the table!

1. Boil: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Par-cook the Brussels sprouts by adding them to the water and boil for 15-18 minutes. Strain the Brussels sprouts from the water and drain them in the colander for 5-10 minutes.
2. Season: Spread the Brussels sprouts out in a single layer on a large baking sheet, then drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with a couple of generous pinches of flakey salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss until all the Brussels sprouts are evenly coated.
3. Smash and Roast: Use a flat-bottomed glass or measuring cup to smash each tender Brussels sprout flat against the baking sheet. Bake the Brussels sprouts for 10-15 minutes. Once the underside is crispy, flip them all over and roast for another 10-15 minutes until both sides are crisp.

More Delicious Sides

A delicious side dish recipe is the perfect way to complete a meal and really take it to the next level! I have so many wonderful sides that you’ll want to try. You can find all of my side dish recipes here. Below are some favs that I make for my family on repeat!