Recipe This | Instant Pot Brussel Sprouts (Steamed In Just 4 Minutes) (2024)

FAQs

Can I cook brussel sprouts in an Instant Pot? ›

Use Big Brussels in the Instant Pot

Because Brussels sprouts release a bitter, sulfurous compound when overcooked, it's best to cook them under high pressure in an electric pressure cooker for just 1 minute and then finish the cooking using the sauté function.

Put the Brussels sprouts in a steamer basket and season with salt. Set the steamer basket over the boiling water and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes depending on the size of the Brussels sprouts. Transfer the sprouts to a plate, sprinkle with black pepper and serve.

Larger ones can be cut in half. To boil, put into a pan with some salt, cover with boiling water, bring back to the boil and cook, covered, for 5-10 mins. They take 5-10 mins to steam. A sharp knife should easily go through the base then they are done, but with a little resistance.

Fill steamer basket with prepared potatoes, carrots and green beans. I like to put the potatoes on the bottom. Cover the Instant Pot and secure the lid. Make sure valve is set to “sealing.” Set the manual/pressure cook button to 5 minutes.

Connie, yes Brussels sprouts can be boiled. But keep in mind that once they become tender in boiling water, they will also lose their bright green color. I also think they tend to get a bit mushy in texture. If you don't have a microwave, you can try steaming them on the stovetop instead.

Place in a steamer basket. Place basket over simmering water. Steam for 6 minutes or until tender when pierced with a sharp knife.

Brussels sprouts are a great vegetable to cook on the stove. They take about 10 minutes to cook, and they are very healthy. First trim the Brussels sprouts. Then cut them in half and remove the stem.

Rinse under cold running water to remove any dust or dirt. Use a small knife to remove the sprout tip, and then remove any leaves that have bad spots. Raw: Slice thinly and toss with other shredded vegetables like cabbage, carrots, or beets.

Steamed sprouts

Steam halved sprouts in a steamer set over a pan of simmering water, or in a microwave for 5 mins (longer if needed). Season and dress with butter and a squeeze of orange if you like.

The sprouts should have small leaves plus a curling, light green rootlet, anywhere from half an inch to a full inch. These sprouts will be ready to eat after 5-6 days when the first leaves are open and they are bright green.

Is it better to steam or pressure cook vegetables? ›

Steaming beat both methods, retaining more nutrients than boiling or pressure cooking, because the greens weren't dunked in water, which can leach out the nutrients.

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.

Throw out fresh brussel sprouts that have a foul odor, yellow or wilted leaves, a mushy or slimy texture, or dark spots. Use fresh brussel sprouts within 1–2 weeks of getting them. Store the brussel sprouts in a plastic bag inside your fridge, and wash them before cooking them.

If any of the leaves have brown spots or are yellowing, it's a sign of early spoilage. If you remove the blemished leaves and the interior looks OK, you can still use the sprout. However, if the interior leaves are also showing blemishes or yellowing, it's best to toss it (or compost it, if you can).