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    Longhorn Brussels Sprouts (easy 10 minute recipe)

    Published: Apr 16, 2023 · Updated: Apr 16, 2023 by Mindy Boyd

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    Longhorn Brussels Sprouts (easy 10 minute recipe) is a great copycat of the popular steakhouse side dish made in one pan on the stove top. via @mindyscookingobsession
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    Longhorn Brussels Sprouts (easy 10 minute recipe) is a delicious side dish perfect to go with just about any meaty main course. One of Lee’s favorite vegetables is Brussels sprouts so I am always looking for new ways to make them. I like them too, and this is one of my favorite ways to eat them. I just love the sweet and spicy sauce on these babies. 

    A serving of Brussels sprouts on a white plate with the recipe title below it so it can be pinned on Pinterest.

    Okay, so I am not actually sure how the original recipe is made at Longhorn Steakhouse but I wanted my recipe to be easy. I am all about easy recipes that make dinner time as quick and efficient as possible. So, I decided the best way for me to make mine is in a skillet versus roasting them in the oven. And the best part is you only need one pan and about about 5 minutes preparation time and about 10 minutes cook time!

     

    A white serving plate with copycat longhorn brussels sprouts on it.

    Ingredients

    See recipe card for exact amounts. 

    The ingredients needed to make longhorn Brussels sprouts in small bowls with text above each bowl.

    Ingredients Notes

    Fresh Brussels Sprouts – I have never made this recipe with frozen sprouts.  

    Olive Oil – any type will work.

    Butter – I like unsalted. Plant based will work to make this vegan.

    Chili Powder – this ingredient gives your Brussels sprouts a little kick.

    Smoked Paprika – I go to my local spice shop to get smoked paprika because my grocery store doesn’t carry the smoked variety. 

    Maple Syrup – pure maple syrup, not pancake syrup. 

    Honey – you can use all maple syrup to make this recipe vegan. 

    Red Pepper Flakes – we go easy on this, add a little bit more if you like it spicy. 

    Salt – I like sea salt, use regular or kosher if you want. 

    A white plate with a serving of Brussels sprouts on it in the foreground and a plate of brussels sprouts in the background.

    How to Make Copycat Longhorn Brussels Sprouts

    1. Wash Brussels sprouts, pat dry with a paper towels. Trim the ends off, cut them in half, and take off any brown or yellow leaves off. 
    2. Put sprouts and water in a large skillet over high heat until the water comes to a rolling boil, reduce to medium heat then cover and cook stirring occasionally for about 8 minutes or until they are tender. 
    3. Make the sauce while the Brussels sprouts cook; in a small bowl melt butter in the microwave, add spices, maple syrup and honey.
    4. When the sprouts are tender remove the lid and cook over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes or until the excess water cooks off, add olive oil and salt and cook until they begin to crisp up a bit, stirring as necessary. When they reach the desired doneness remove from the heat and stir in the salt and sauce, serve immediately. 

    The spicy sauce in a small glass bowl with a whisk on the counter next to it.

    Several but Brussels sprouts on a wooded cutting board with a pile of sprouts in the background.

    The cooked Brussels sprouts in the frying pan before the sauce is added.

     

    What Makes This Recipe Easy?

    Instead of blanching the Brussels sprouts separately in a large pot of water, putting them in an ice bath, and roasting them in the oven, or deep frying them, we just do everything right there in one skillet. I mean, why not?! 

    A serving plate full of copycat spicy on it and there is a soup spoon sitting on the plate too.

    Storage & Reheating

    Store leftover sprouts in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or by spreading the Brussels sprouts out in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet in a 350° oven until warm. Line the baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

    Close up of the brussels sprouts on a white serving plate.

    What We Love About This Longhorn Steakhouse Crispy Brussels Sprouts Recipe

    • This recipe calls for simple ingredients we always have on hand. 
    • We use a quick and easy cooking process to get this dish on the dinner table quickly.
    • It is a one pan side dish that can be ready in less time than the main dish so we can start it after we get the main dish prepped and cooking. 
    • Brussels sprouts are very nutritious and have a whopping 124% of the daily value of vitamin c and 91% vitamin k. Healthline has a great article about the nutritional value.

    The brussels sprouts in the skillet with the sauce added and the recipe title is above the image so it can be pinned on Pinterest.

    Other easy side dish recipes you might like 

    Roasted Zucchini & Summer Squash

    Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts

    Burnt Brussels Sprouts & Apples

    Roasted Root Vegetables

    Parmesan Roasted Green Beans

     

     

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    Copycat Longhorn Brussels Sprouts

    Mindy Boyd
    This is an easy 10 minute recipe that we cook on the stove top instead of the oven so this dish can be made quickly. It is a little bit spicy and can be made vegan by swapping out a couple of ingredients.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings

    Ingredients
      

    For the Brussels sprouts

    • 1 pound Brussels sprouts
    • 1/4 cup water
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

    For the sauce

    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
    • 1 teaspoon honey
    • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or to taste

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    Instructions
     

    • Wash Brussels sprouts, pat dry with a paper towels. Trim the ends off, cut them in half. 
    • Put sprouts and water in a large skillet over high heat until the water comes to a boil, reduce to medium heat then cover and cook stirring occasionally for about 8 minutes or until they are tender. If water cooks off too quickly then add more 1/4 at a time until the Brussels sprouts are tender.
    • While the Brussels sprouts cook make the sauce; in a small bowl melt butter in the microwave, add spices, maple syrup and honey.
    • When Brussels sprouts are tender remove lid and cook over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes or until the excess water cooks out. Add olive oil and salt; cook, stirring as necessary until they crisp up a bit. Remove from the heat and stir in salt and sauce, serve immediately. 

    Notes

    We like ours just a little bit spicy, if you like them hotter then add more red pepper flakes, if you want them milder you can use less or leave them out.
    Nutritional information is approximate. 
    See in post notes above for valuable information that may help you make this recipe successfully.

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    Nutrition Facts

    Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 662mg | Potassium: 461mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1264IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 2mg
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