Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Apple With Prosciutto Recipe (2024)

Recipe from Chris Cipollone

Adapted by Melissa Clark

Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Apple With Prosciutto Recipe (1)

Total Time
30 minutes, plus freezing
Rating
4(361)
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At the elegant restaurant Piora in the West Village, the chef Chris Cipollone separates each brussels sprout into individual leaves to make this autumnal dish. Thinly slicing the sprouts is faster, though less refined. The slivered sprouts are then sautéed with cubes of sweet apples, and garnished with an icy, porky snow made from frozen prosciutto grated on a microplane. Grated pecorino cheese can be used instead for a meatless version. —Melissa Clark

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Ingredients

Yield:8 servings

  • 2ounces thinly sliced prosciutto (see note)
  • 3tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2large Golden Delicious apples, cored and cut into ¼-inch cubes
  • pounds brussels sprouts, trimmed and very thinly sliced
  • ¾teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed
  • ¾teaspoon black pepper, as needed

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Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)

126 calories; 6 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 4 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 15 grams carbohydrates; 5 grams dietary fiber; 7 grams sugars; 5 grams protein; 352 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Apple With Prosciutto Recipe (2)

Preparation

  1. Step

    1

    Stack prosciutto slices on top of one another. Cut stack in half crosswise, then layer stacks on top of one another. Starting at the shorter end of the stack, tightly roll the prosciutto into a compact cigar shape. Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze for at least 3 hours or up to 3 days.

  2. Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until lightly smoking. Add apples and cook, barely moving, until lightly colored, about 5 minutes. Stir in brussels sprouts and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until tender and golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

  3. Step

    3

    Remove prosciutto from the freezer and use a hand grater to finely shave ham over the brussels sprouts before serving.

Tip

  • If you can get a chunk of prosciutto, often available from an end piece, feel free to use it instead of stacking the slices.

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BEVERLY A SAUER

Lightly crisped sage leaves (spray with oil spray and roast at 400F) and/or sage sautéed in butter provides some of the smokey flavor imparted by bacon. It's often used in vegetarian soups and stews with garlic.

lkp

Second time I've cooked this, and improved by cutting small brussels sprouts in quarters rather than thin slices, and adding 1/4" diced prosciutto instead of grating. Had a Granny Smith apple on hand, which adds more flavor than a golden delicious in my opinion.

dimmerswitch

As with all Melissa Clark recipes I've tried, this is reliable and flexible for the cook. Used the Pecorino instead of the prosciutto for the vegetarian version only because I had the former in house and not the latter. Subbed local orchard Honeycrisps that were gifts from friends for the specified Golden Delicious. Outcome was delightful. Although added less salt than recipe suggested as I knew cheese would add a fair amount at end. A keeper.

Mitymom

I do something similar to this and it makes great leftovers. I buy sliced brussel sprouts pre-packaged from my grocery store.

I fry bacon and add the brussel sprouts to the fried bacon and cook them in the frying pan. DELICIOUS

Hugh Stevens

In my part of the world (North Carolina) I would avoid the step of freezing the proscuitto by shaving the meat garnish from a chunk of country ham.

charlton holland

Good combination. The prosciutto was rather lost in the taste. I bought prosciutto cubed, toasted it and added it at the end. Brought out the prosciutto taste. Braising took a bit more time than stated. Put some water in at the end.

Fred

This is a winner! We had a stalk of farmer's market spouts and some sprouts were pretty loose but they tasted great. Probably because they were so fresh. They were perfect for this. We had some serrano ham that we cut into ribbons and cooked along with the spouts so no need to freeze or add salt. Used a Honey Crisp apple. Perfect.

Rhubarb Man

Fantastic -- best to cook them just before serving, which is EASY because it is FAST and you can have the sliced brussels sprouts prepared ahead of time. So, all you need is 5 minutes or so.

They do re-heat extremely well, just seem to lose some of their color.

A hit with even brussels sprouts doubters.

GB

I would add another apple, seemed to disappear with the brussels sprouts. I sliced sprouts in food processor. Had a difficult time with the shaving of the prosciutto. Ended up thinly sliced chiffonade. Mixed with the apple/sprouts and balance sprinkled on top.

KW

At the top of the recipe, she says "Grated pecorino cheese can be used instead for a meatless version."

Francesca

My final result was delicious, but so different from the written recipe. I peeled off whole leaves and thinly sliced the centers. Took about 15 minutes to reach the degree of tenderness and lack of raw crucifer flavor I prefer. Prosciutto never froze hard enough to grate; it left just a greasy smear in my microplane. I made a chiffonade of the prosciutto and sprinkled over. I also added some water in the cooking process. Don't know why recipe didn't work for me, but ultimately, good.

Eve

Very delicious. I did not bother to freeze and shave the prociutto. Just cut it into tiny batons.

Cindy

I used parmesan cheese instead of the ham. This was quite good! We had it for a light vegetarian main dish. My husband said it reminded him of sauerkraut a bit.

Hayden

Wonderful as is and fun to riff on! A little pancetta… a little balsamic vinegar… some toasted slivered almonds… All delicious!

Zenmaster

Used bacon and then sautéed the apples in the bacon grease, adding the Brussels sprouts. Excellent and quite easy.

Sue

Second time I cooked this and I had some cooked scallops left (I cook for one!) and tossed them in... yummy too.

Jan

As a lifelong Brussels sprouts hater, I was determined to find a way I could tolerate them. This is it! I separated each leaf and then thinly sliced the core. I didn’t have prosciutto, so I made it with apples and Parmesan. It was delicious and, when prepped beforehand, comes together very quickly as a side dish.

Sue

Added a little lime juice to highten flavor. Did have to add a little water and cover the pan at the end to finish cooking the sprouts. yummy. Any other ideas for protein sources I could add to make supper for vegan daughter?

Sue

Her favorite nuts?

Bobby G

Crisped up and removed some cottage bacon slices first and added the apples and sprouts to the pan with a bit more olive oil to saute. Added the bacon back at the end.

Linnea

Very meh. Not worth the labor to cut up all the apples and brussels.

Sarah

Added a chopped onion 4 minutes before sauteeing apples, and it ended up caramelizing beautifully. I did have to stir more for the apples to cook without burning the onion, though

ShortLenni

Just delicious! Used Honeycrisp apples and threw in a smidge of butter. Loved this.

Denise

A nice use of Brussels sprouts. We had it with leftover porchetta and Earlonne’s rice. No prosciutto i. The house so we used peppered salami. Fried it up crisp before the apples and sprouts, then used it as a crispy topping. Good!

Alison

Made recipe exactly as written except cut in half (for only two of us) and with Granny Smith apple. Separated the leaves because I have the time. Frozen prosciutto on microplane worked perfectly. This was AMAZING and I can’t wait to make it again. THANK YOU.

Annie

Fried bacon then added Granny Smith apples and sprouts and cooked in the bacon fat because I didn’t have prosciutto on hand. Was delicious

islandteacher

I used 3 Honeycrisp apples. They held up. My company liked the dish, but it seemed somewhat bland to me. The combination of sprouts and bacon/ham of some sort has been done for years now, so it isn't quite as thrilling as it once was.

Andrea

I used gala apples because that's all I had around, and I wish I had looked at these comments beforehand. The type of apple is super important; the galas just don't cut it in terms of flavor. I also added a sauteed onion and some parmesan at the end to top it off :)

Jessie Paul

I really enjoyed this recipe. I fried four pieces of bacon and cooked the brussel sprouts in 3 T of the bacon grease instead of olive oil and then crumbled the bacon into the sprouts at the end instead of using prosciutto.

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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Apple With Prosciutto Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Should I blanch brussel sprouts before sauteing? ›

Parboiling Brussels sprouts before frying is a good technique to ensure they cook evenly and become tender on the inside while allowing for a crispy exterior when fried. However, it's not always necessary but we think it works here to create a soft middle and crisp exterior in the pan.

Do you need to soak brussel sprouts before cooking? ›

Don't soak sprouts before cooking them, they don't need it. Rinse before cooking, and if you want to store them ready-prepped but them in a reusable bag or container in the fridge.

Do you cut the ends off of Brussels sprouts before you cook them? ›

Some dried or yellow outer leaves are okay, but the leaves should be tightly layered together. Individual sprouts: Brussels sprouts sold by the pound are what you find most often at the market. They need to be trimmed of their dry ends and yellowed or damaged leaves before halving and cooking.

Is it better to eat Brussels sprouts raw or cooked? ›

Brussels sprouts are a nutritious vegetable in the cruciferous family. While they're often enjoyed cooked using methods like roasting, steaming, or boiling, you can also enjoy Brussels sprouts raw. The most common side effect of eating raw Brussels sprouts is that they may cause gas in some people.

How many minutes do you blanch brussel sprouts? ›

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and fill a large bowl with ice water. Blanch small Brussels sprouts for 3 minutes, medium for 4 minutes, and large for 5 minutes. Plunge the blanched sprouts in the ice water to stop the cooking process then move them to a clean towel and pat dry.

What happens if you don t blanch brussel sprouts before freezing? ›

Can you freeze raw Brussels sprouts without blanching? You can you freeze uncooked Brussels sprouts, but you'll need to be aware that they may be a little softer than if you blanched them (so keep an eye on the cooking time). Plus, they won't keep in the freezer for as long.

How do you get the bitterness out of Brussels sprouts? ›

A splash of lemon juice, or even apple cider vinegar, works wonders on bitter sprouts. Another key ingredient is fat, which helps Brussels sprouts to crisp up. This is why it's so popular to render bacon fat and cook Brussels sprouts in it, then add the bacon bits back in at the end.

What does brussel sprouts do for your body? ›

Eating Brussels sprouts along with other good sources of fiber — like other vegetables, fruits, and whole grains — can help you meet your fiber needs. Brussels sprouts are high in fiber, which can promote regularity, support digestive health, and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

How many Brussels sprouts per person? ›

Sprouts on the stalk will stay fresher longer than sprouts that have been picked off and sold loose. Plan on about 1/2 pound (8 ounces) of raw brussels sprouts per person.

Do I wash Brussels sprouts? ›

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.

Do you eat brussel sprout stems? ›

Yes, you can eat the stalk. Slice off the Brussels sprouts when they're fork tender, and return the stem to the oven. Let it roast for another 15 minutes. Test for tenderness, and then split the stalk with a sharp knife.

When should I not eat brussel sprouts? ›

Things You Should Know

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.

How many Brussels sprouts are in a serving? ›

Nutritional analysis of brussels sprouts

An 80g portion (about eight brussels sprouts) counts as one of your five-a-day.

Should you blanch vegetables before sauteing? ›

The goal is to halt the cooking, so the vegetables don't get mushy and overcooked, and their color stays bright and vibrant. But, there's something even better. Meet, blanch and shock 2.0: blanch and sauté. Instead of transferring the vegetables to an ice bath, you transfer them to a hot, oily skillet.

How to make Brussels sprouts less bitter on the stove? ›

The key to good cooking is to balance these flavors. Brussel sprouts have a bit of bitterness, if you roast them you develop some of their natural sweetness and umami, a squeeze of citrus or a splash of vinegar and you've added some sour. Or a good balsamic will add some sour and some sweetness. Add salt.

What is the trick with Brussels sprouts? ›

The key is to start with a cold skillet.

Put the butter and olive oil into the cold skillet, turn the heat to high, and when your nose picks up the brown-butter smell and the butter starts turning golden brown, toss the ribbons of Brussels sprouts into the skillet. They'll come out crunchy and delicious.

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