Name: Cast Iron Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate and Garlic
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb Brussels sprouts; 1 small head garlic; olive oil; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1 tbsp pomegranate or balsamic glaze; 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds; 0.5 tsp maldon or flakey salt; pepper

Cast Iron Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate and Garlic

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Preheat oven to 400°F.

Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and slice in half lengthwise.

Place a large knife on top of the garlic and using the palm of your hand smash down on it to release all of the garlic cloves. This will help to release the outer papery skin as well. Repeat with individual garlic cloves if needed to remove outer skin.

Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat and add the Brussel sprouts cut side down. Add garlic cloves on top and sprinkle with kosher salt. Sauté for 8-10 minutes or until sprouts are golden and caramelized.

Place cast iron skillet in the oven and roast for 15 minutes, shake or stir halfway through, until fork tender.

Remove from the oven, drizzle with glaze, sprinkle with flakey salt, pepper (optional) and pomegranate seeds.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Dry Your Brussels Sprouts Thoroughly 💧
Pat Brussels sprouts completely dry with paper towels before cooking; excess moisture prevents the crispy, caramelized exterior that makes this dish irresistible.
Preheat Cast Iron Until Smoking 🔥
Allow your cast iron skillet to heat for 5-7 minutes until it's nearly smoking; this high heat creates the perfect crust and caramelization on the cut sides of the sprouts.
Add Pomegranate Seeds at the End ✨
Reserve pomegranate seeds and add them during the final 30 seconds of cooking or even after plating to maintain their fresh juice burst and prevent them from becoming tough.
Don't Crowd the Pan 🎯
Arrange Brussels sprouts in a single layer with flat sides down; overcrowding creates steam instead of the desired crispy, golden-brown crust that converts skeptics into fans.
Layer Your Garlic for Depth 🧄
Add minced garlic halfway through cooking rather than at the start to prevent burning; finish with thinly sliced garlic in the glaze for complex, multi-dimensional garlic flavor without bitterness.