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Photo of trimmed and cut Brussels sprouts on a wooden chopping board with a knife and in a metal bowl.
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How to Clean and Cut Brussels Sprouts

Understanding how to clean and cut Brussels sprouts properly can elevate your culinary game, especially as the holiday season draws near!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Cooking Tips
Cuisine: British
Keyword: easy, holidays, prep, quick, storage, tips
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 39kcal
Author: Bethany Galloway

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Brussels Sprouts
  • Water for cleaning

Instructions

  • Begin by removing the outer layers of the Brussels sprouts.
    A child is placing clean Brussels sprouts on a cutting board.
  • Soak them under water for 5 minutes to loosen any hidden dirt, and then give them a good wash and pat them dry.
    A person **cleaning** Brussels sprouts in a sink.
  • To trim, begin by cutting off the stem (stalk) with a sharp knife.
    A person meticulously cleaning and cutting Brussels sprouts on a pristine cutting board.
  • If there are any other outer leaves that need to be removed, now is the time to do it!
  • Next, half or quarter the Brussels sprouts right through the base of the sprout.
    Brussels sprout cut in half.
  • Pro tip: After cutting them, it's a great idea to give your sprouts another quick rinse. This ensures you're working with the cleanest, freshest sprouts before you begin cooking.
    Clean and cut Brussels sprouts in a metal bowl/

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 39kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 353mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 684IU | Vitamin C: 77mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg