Copycat Lazy Dog Brussels Sprouts
Description
Crispy air fryer Brussels sprouts tossed in lemon garlic butter with capers, garlic croutons, and Pecorino Romano, just like Lazy Dog Restaurant.
Ingredients
Croutons
- 2 cups French bread or sourdough, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Pinch of kosher salt
Brussels sprouts
- 1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Lemon garlic butter
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained and patted dry
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
To finish
- 1/3 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano
Instructions
- Toss bread cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt. Air fry at 350°F for 5 to 6 minutes, shaking once, until golden. Set aside.
- Toss halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Air fry sprouts in a single layer for 14 to 18 minutes, shaking halfway, until browned and tender. Cook in batches if needed.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and capers and cook 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Add sprouts to the skillet and toss to coat. Top with croutons and Romano. Serve immediately.
Equipment
- Air fryer (basket or oven style)
- Cutting board and chef's knife
- Large Mixing Bowl
- 10- or 12-inch cast iron skillet (or any large skillet)
- Microplane or zester
- Citrus juicer
- Box grater or Microplane for the Romano
- Tongs or a heatproof spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 578kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 1244mgPotassium: 614mgFiber: 7gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1161IUVitamin C: 101mgCalcium: 210mgIron: 7mg