Crispy Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts with Bacon
Enjoy crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts with Bacon that are incredibly easy to prepare and ready in under 20 minutes. These tiny cabbages are lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, mixed with bacon and olive oil, and topped with Parmesan for a savory finish!
Ingredients
- 500 g brussel sprouts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 120 g bacon
- ⅓ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 40 g parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Dice the bacon into small pieces.
- Wash and trim the Brussels sprouts, then cut them in half.
- Optionally, soak the Brussels sprouts in water for 10 minutes if you prefer them soft rather than too crispy.
- Place the Brussels sprouts in a bowl and add salt, pepper, olive oil, and bacon.
- Mix them well, then arrange them in a single layer in your air fryer's basket. Avoid overcrowding; if your air fryer is not large enough, cook them in batches.
- Set your air fryer to 180°C (360°F) and roast for 10 minutes or until they turn golden and crispy on the outside. Shake the basket halfway through cooking.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of grated parmesan over the Brussels sprouts as soon as they are cooked.
Notes
- Prepare the Brussels sprouts by trimming the stalk, removing outer leaves, and halving larger ones for even sizing.
- Soak the Brussels sprouts in water for 10 minutes before roasting if you prefer them soft and tender.
- Place them in a single layer in the air fryer, making sure not to overcrowd.
- Shake the basket halfway through for crispiness.</li>
- Adjust the timing and temperature as they may vary depending on your air fryer model.