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Here’s how to shred Brussels sprouts three ways: with a knife, a food processor, or a mandoline. Shaved sprouts take just minutes to make!
Wondering how to shred Brussels sprouts: the right way? Shaved Brussels sprouts are popular in salads and as a side dish: I absolutely love them in a Brussels sprout salad or shaved and sauteed as a side.
There are a few different ways to do it, using a food processor or your knife. But I’ve learned that if you do it the wrong way, it won’t make those signature shreds! Here’s our step by step guide for how to shred Brussels sprouts, with a video to show you how it’s done.
How To Shred Brussels Sprouts With A Knife
This is my default way, but if you have a food processor the food processor is much faster (see below).
- Step 1: Remove any tough outer layers of the Brussels sprouts: this will vary based on the quality of the sprouts.
- Step 2: With a large Chef’s knife, slice the Brussels sprout in half lengthwise.
- Step 3: Place the cut side down and thinly slice the sprout cross-wise, making thin shreds.
- Step 4: Loosen the pieces with your fingers. Discard the root end.
How To Shred Brussels Sprouts In A Food Processor
If you have a food processor, this is the fastest way to shred Brussels sprouts. I don’t love washing it out afterwards but it is definitely the quickest way to go! Use the slicing disc for this task.
- Step 1: Fit your food processor with the slicing disc. Make sure that it is not the S blade: this will chop the Brussels sprouts instead of making them into ribbons. Also don’t use the shredding disc: it makes very short, raggy pieces.
- Step 2: Trim the stem ends, pull off any loose outer leaves. Cut any very large sprouts in half.
- Step 3: Feed the sprouts through the chute.
Other Ways To Shred Brussels Sprouts
- Mandoline: If you have one, a mandoline gets the thinnest, most even shavings of any method. Set it to about ⅛ inch and always use the hand guard.
- Box grater. In a pinch, you can use a box grater with the large holes, but the results are a little inconsistent and you need to be careful about hurting your hands.
How To Use Shredded Brussels Sprouts
- Sauté them. I love putting some oil in a skillet and making my quick sautéed Brussels sprouts. Add a little garlic in the last minute if you like.
- Make a raw salad: Add a tangy vinaigrette like in my Brussels sprout salad or shaved Brussels sprout salad with pomegranate.
- Top a pizza: They’re actually very good on a pizza; see my Brussels sprout pizza with caramelized onions.
- Stir into soup: Try them in my farro and Brussels sprouts soup.
- Build a hearty salad. Try Brussels sprout and sweet potato salad and top it with air fryer chicken for a tasty fall meal.
More Brussels Sprouts Recipes To Try
How to Shred Brussels Sprouts
Here’s how to shred Brussels sprouts three ways: with a knife, a food processor, or a mandoline. Shaved sprouts take just minutes to make!
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 minutes
- Yield: 1 pound shredded 1x
- Category: Knife Skills
- Method: Cutting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Mediterranean Diet, Vegan, Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts
Instructions
- Remove any tough outer layers with your fingers.
- With a large Chef’s knife, cut the Brussels sprout in half lengthwise.
- Place the cut side down and thinly slide cross-wise to create shreds.
- Separate the shreds with your fingers. Discard the root end.
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