Indian Spiced Crispy Brussels Sprouts Recipe (2024)

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Quick and Easy Dish for Everyone Simple Ingredients / Big Flavors How to Make Crispy Indian-Style Brussels Sprouts Tips Serving Storing More Brussels Sprouts Recipes Other Airfryer Veggies To Try Recipe Indian Spiced Crispy Roasted Brussles Sprouts Ingredients Instructions Video Notes Nutrition More Side Dishes Reader Interactions Comments Leave a Reply FAQs References

Published: Nov 22, 2022 · Modified: Nov 30, 2023 by Archana · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 2 Comments

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One of the most delicious and crowd-pleasing ways to serve brussels sprouts is extra crispy! These Indian Spiced Brussels Sprouts have the wow-factor flavors and textures to make this your new signature side dish for entertaining. Inspired by the bold flavors of pakora, thinly sliced brussels sprouts are tossed with gram flour, turmeric, red Kashmiri chili, ajwain, ground coriander, and garlic. Roasting at high heat produces the most addictingly crispy, caramelized shreds of spiced veggie goodness that trying not to eat the whole bowl before dinner is the hardest part.

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I made these Pakora-Inspired Crispy Brussels Sprouts as one of the side dishes for Thanksgiving last year and they were a huge hit! I used gram flour and all of the spices for making pakoras, but instead of doing a batter, I tossed shaved brussels sprouts with the ingredients and did a dry roast for the crispiest texture. Shaving the brussels sprouts, rather than simply cutting them in half, ensures that there is more surface area to crisp up, ie the best part! This dish along with tandoori cauliflower is on repeat, especially in colder months and a must on the holiday table.

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Quick and Easy Dish for Everyone
Simple Ingredients / Big Flavors
How to Make Crispy Indian-Style Brussels Sprouts
Tips
Serving
Storing
More Brussels Sprouts Recipes
Other Airfryer Veggies To Try
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Quick and Easy Dish for Everyone

Even if your guests don’t think they like brussels sprouts, this dish should change their minds. Roasting or Air-frying eliminates those funky, bitter flavors that steaming or boiling can enhance. Instead of tough or mushy, high heat creates brussels sprouts that are browned to sweet and nutty perfection. This dish comes together so easily there's no reason not to try it! Slice, toss, and roast. Plus it is vegan and gluten-free so you will love knowing you have such an amazing dish on hand that everyone can enjoy regardless of dietary restrictions.

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Simple Ingredients / Big Flavors

Brussels Sprouts - healthy, low-calorie vegetables packed with nutrients. Part of the Brassica family like broccoli, cauliflower, and kale, they are full of vitamins that support the immune system and super high in fiber that has so many benefits for the digestive system, and cardiovascular system, and for helping to regulate blood sugar. Boiling or steaming can enhance the unpleasant odor and bitter taste that causes many people to disregard this vegetable. Roasting or Air Frying takes away that bitterness and makes the brussels sprout almost sweet and nutty when caramelized.
Garlic - bold flavor, such a great compliment to the Indian spices and roasted flavor of the brussels sprouts.
Gram Flour - finely ground besan made from split and roasted chickpeas is readily available in Indian grocery stores. One of the main ingredients in pakoras, it adds a nutty, earthy flavor, and plenty of awesome texture.
Spices - turmeric, ground coriander, red chili powder, and ajwain seeds are spices that I always have on hand in my pantry. They add bold flavors, rich natural color, and tons of health benefits to a wide variety of dishes.
Lemon - a welcome burst of tangy citrus.

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How to Make Crispy Indian-Style Brussels Sprouts

Rinse and dry brussels sprouts. Trim extra stem. Thinly slice the brussels sprouts using a chef's knife or the slicer attachment in a food processor.
Add the shaved Brussels sprouts to a large mixing bowl and add besan, garlic, salt, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, ajwain seeds, and lemon juice. Massage the spices onto the brussels sprouts until well combined.
Drizzle olive oil all over and mix again.

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Preheat the oven to 400 F. Line a 9 X 13 baking tray with parchment paper. Spread the mixture evenly on the baking tray.
Bake for 20 minutes stirring halfway through. Bake more in 2 to 3-minute increments to get the desired crispiness to their edges. You may want to lower the oven temperature to 370 for the last few minutes to prevent excess browning.

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Tips

Using a food processor with the slicing attachment makes the prep for this recipe so EASY! In a few seconds, you’ll have a mound of thin and even slices.
These Brussels Sprouts are medium spicy but you can adjust the chili to your taste for more or less heat.
Use disposable cooking gloves to help distribute the spices evenly without coating or staining your hands with the spice mixture. The disposable gloves are especially helpful when cooking for holidays because you might be making different dishes and desserts at once.
Make sure to toss the mixture 2 to 3 times while in the oven for even roasting all over.
Keep a close eye on the tray for the last few mins to avoid overly charred veggies.

Serving

Roasted Brussels sprouts make for an awesome side dish. Serve with roasted meats or fish, as part of a Vegetarian Thanksgiving Feast, or add to Buddha bowls for a healthy crispy kick.

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Storing

Store leftovers refrigerated in an air-tight container for up to 3 days. To reheat simply bake or air fryer for a few minutes.

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Indian Spiced Crispy Roasted Brussles Sprouts

Oven and Air Fryer Recipe for crispy brussels sprouts spiced with turmeric, red Kashmiri chili, carom seeds, coriander, & garlic for delicious Pakora-like flavors.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time25 minutes mins

Total Time35 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Indian

Servings: 4

Ingredients

▢ 1 lb brussels sprouts
▢ ¼ cup besan gram flour
▢ 6 garlic cloves grated
▢ 1 teaspoon kosher salt
▢ ⅓ teaspoon ground turmeric
▢ 2 teaspoons kashmiri red chili powder
▢ 2 teaspoons coriander powder
▢ 1 teaspoon ajwain/carom seeds
▢ 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
▢ 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

Rinse and dry brussels sprouts. Trim extra stem. Thinly slice the brussels sprouts using a chef's knife or the slicer attachment in a food processor.
Preheat the oven to 400 F. Line a 9 X 13 baking tray with parchment paper.
Add the shaved Brussels sprouts to a large mixing bowl and add besan, garlic, salt, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, ajwain seeds, and lemon juice. Massage the spices onto the brussels sprouts until well combined. (TIP: Using disposable cooking gloves helps distribute the spices evenly without coating or staining your hands with the spice mixture)
Drizzle olive oil all over and mix again.
Spread the mixture evenly on the baking tray.
Bake for 20 minutes stirring halfway through. Bake more in 2 to 3 minute increments to get the desired crispiness to their edges. You may want to lower the oven temperature to 370 for the last few minutes to prevent extra browning.

Air Fryer Method

Preheat the air fryer at 400 F.
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Spread half of the brussels sprouts. Air fry at 370 F for 15 minutes mixing and spreading halfway through.
Repeat with the remaning half

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Notes

Using a food processor with the slicing attachment makes the prep for this recipe so EASY! In a few seconds, you’ll have a mound of thin and even slices.
These Brussels Sprouts are medium spicy but you can adjust the chili to your taste for more or less heat.
Use disposable cooking gloves to help distribute the spices evenly without coating or staining your hands with the spice mixture. The disposable gloves are especially helpful when cooking for holidays because you might be making different dishes and desserts at once.
Make sure to toss the mixture 2 to 3 times while in the oven for even roasting all over. Keep a close eye on the tray for the last few mins to avoid overly charred veggies.

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Antoinette says
June 23, 2023 at 10:53 pm
I read that there are many possible substitutes for the ajwain, but what would be the best one in this application?
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- Archana says
  June 25, 2023 at 9:43 am
  Although I have not tried these myself, dried thyme and caraway seeds can be used as a substitue. You can also add some crushed cumin seeds.
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Indian Spiced Crispy Brussels Sprouts Recipe (2024)

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What are Brussels sprouts called in India? ›

Brussel Sprouts is basically a immunirty booster superfood that contains so many vegetables that it's impossible to coin a single Hindi name. Yet, you may call it “Sauteed Ankurit Sabziyaan (सौटे की गयीं, पत्तीदार और अंकुरित सब्जियां).

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Why are my roasted brussel sprouts not crispy? ›

Why Are My Brussel Sprouts Not Crispy? Spread them out into a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet to avoid overcrowding. If they're too close together, they'll steam instead of roast which stops the crisping process.

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What is an Indian alternative to brussel sprouts? ›

Indian alternatives to Brussel sprouts are broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, collard greens, turnip and radish.

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Should I boil my brussel sprouts before frying? ›

It's not always necessary but we think it works here to create a soft middle and crisp exterior in the pan. When you boil them, the water should be well salted which allows seasons the sprouts from the inside out for best flavour all the way through.

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Which country eats the most Brussels sprouts? ›

Containing more vitamin C than an orange and with just eighty calories in a half pound, Britons eat more of them than any other European country, around 40,000 tonnes a year — and yes, we do eat them all year round. Two-thirds of Brussels sprout consumption in the UK is outside of the festive season.

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Which is healthier, cabbage or Brussels sprouts? ›

There are also nutritional differences - cabbage has fewer calories than Brussels sprouts, but also fewer nutrients, with sprouts containing higher concentrations of vitamins A and C, Folic Acid, Potassium, Magnesium and Phosphorus.

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Do you cut Brussels sprouts in half before roasting? ›

Cut the bottom of each brussels sprout off (about 1/4" or less) and then slice in half lengthwise. Toss all ingredients and place in a single layer on a baking dish. Roast for 25 minutes or until brussels sprouts are slightly browned and tender throughout. Serve hot or cold.

Why do you soak Brussels sprouts before cooking? ›

The soak time tenderizes the sprouts so the middles are softer. Don't worry, they won't be soggy! I would never do that to you. If, like me, you don't mind some chew to your sprouts, you don't need to soak the Brussels sprouts prior to cooking.

Should brussel sprouts be parboiled before roasting? ›

Unlike other vegetables, Brussels sprouts can be parboiled (even a day ahead) to reduce the roasting time without hurting their texture. That means the sprouts can be popped in the oven while the meat is resting before carving. Of course, if the main course is grilled or pan-cooked, the oven will be free for roasting.

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Which is healthier broccoli or brussel sprouts? ›

While broccoli may have a higher count of calories, fat, and carbs, it is richer in calcium, iron, and pantothenic acid (a B vitamin that does wonders for healthy hair), and has a bit more potassium. Brussels sprouts, on the other hand, are lower in sodium.

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Why are restaurant brussel sprouts better than homemade? ›

The combination of techniques, searing then roasting, is what gives restaurant Brussel Sprouts the upper hand on the until-now pathetic homemade variety. Eureka! Avoid using a glass baking dish with very high sides, as this will trap moisture inside the pan, causing the sprouts to steam rather than roast.