Brussels sprouts might just be the most maligned vegetable of the vegetable kingdom. But with a little know-how, they’re the superstars of winter cooking.
Shred the sprouts finely and add them to a crunchy slaw – it’s the perfect foil to richer dishes like a roast chicken or slow-cooked lamb shoulder. But to unlock Brussels sprouts’ full flavour potential, give them the heat treatment – roast or pan-fry them until they’re lovely and charred, and pair them with salty cured meats like pancetta or bacon. Treat them right, and you’ll convert even the most stubborn haters.
Here are our best recipes for Brussels sprouts.
The best Brussels sprout recipes to cook for winter 2025
Sumac-spiced pork cutlets with Brussels sprouts and lentils
Succulent, stunning and packed with flavour, this recipe for pork cutlets won’t disappoint.
Cider-braised chicken with Brussels sprouts, apple and hazelnuts
This cider-braised chicken recipe is a simple but delicious take on the classic Sunday roast.
Feta and polenta frittata with crisp Brussels sprouts
The beauty of the frittata is in its versatility. In this version we’ve used feta for tang and polenta for substance.
Roasted Brussels sprouts with crisp shallots and sweet, sour and salty dressing
Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for roasted Brussels sprouts with crisp shallots and sweet, sour and salty dressing.
Sautéed Brussels sprouts with curly kale, bacon and chestnuts
Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for sautéed Brussels sprouts with curly kale, bacon and chestnuts.
Casarecce with spring vegetables and pancetta
We can’t get enough of broad beans and asparagus in spring. Simply toss with pasta and you have dinner sorted.
Thyme and garlic roast chicken with Brussels sprouts slaw
Fast recipe for thyme and garlic roast chicken with Brussels sprouts slaw.
Baeckeoffe stew with Brussels sprout salad
Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for baeckeoffe stew with Brussels sprout salad.
Shaved Brussels sprouts, walnuts and Gorgonzola cremificato salad
Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for shaved Brussels sprouts, walnuts and Gorgonzola cremificato salad.
Brussels sprouts with walnut dressing, lemon and pecorino
Fast recipe for Brussels sprouts with walnut dressing, lemon and pecorino.
Roasted cauliflower, Brussels sprout and chickpea salad
A warm roast vegetable salad, brightened with chimichurri.
Buckwheat tagliatelle, crisp herbs, Brussels sprouts and burnt butter
Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for buckwheat tagliatelle, crisp herbs, Brussels sprouts and burnt butter.
Casarecce with pancetta and Brussels sprouts
Brussels sprouts – they’re more than a side dish.
Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with Brussels sprout slaw
The weekend roast you need.
Char-grilled Brussels sprouts with apple and pepitas
Recipe for char-grilled Brussels sprouts with apple and pepitas.
Roast duck, Brussels sprouts and noodles
A quick and easy midweek meal.
Aria Brisbane’s fried Brussels sprouts, parsnips and sherry
“Could you print the recipe for Aria Brisbane’s fried Brussels sprouts dish? It’s simply delicious.” – Anjali Iyer, Burleigh Heads, Qld
Fettuccine with Brussels sprouts, pecorino and garlic
Australian Gourmet Traveller fast pasta recipe for fettuccine with Brussels sprouts, pecorino and garlic.
Chicken fricassée with Brussels sprouts
Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for chicken fricassée with Brussels sprouts.
Brussels sprout salad with bacon, apple and buttermilk dressing
Australian Gourmet Traveller fast recipe for Brussels sprout salad with bacon, apple and buttermilk dressing.
Porteño’s crisp Brussels sprouts with lentils
Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for crisp Brussels sprouts with lentils by Porteno restaurant in Sydney.
Brussels sprouts gratin
Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for Brussels sprouts gratin.
Brussels sprout salad
Fried and charred, Brussels sprouts take on a sweet, nutty flavour all their own.
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