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Frozen Brussels Sprouts in the Instant Pot

As if frozen veggies weren’t easy enough, they just got a whole lot easier, thanks to my Instant Pot. I almost always keep frozen veggies on hand to add into soups and stews, and for a quick side to add to our dinners. If you’re an electric pressure cooker newbie, this is a great recipe for you to start with.

Hint: You can really use any frozen veggies here. Experiment with the times a bit to see what you like. It’s fun!

Fun Fact: My kids actually LOVE brussels sprouts so we make these quite a bit. They’re crazy cheap in the freezer case at Aldi. Honestly, I didn’t even know what they were until I was an adult and Mr. Awesome introduced me to them! He’s so good for me. Naturally, I didn’t know how to cook them, and had to learn.

Up until I got my Instant Pot I always cooked frozen brussels sprouts on the stovetop following the directions on the package. This works fine, if you can stand there and watch a pot boil, or remember to come back to it before it boils over and creates a mess. Let’s just say I’m too much of an adventurer, and I don’t sit still long enough to do either of those things! Okay, really, I just struggle with being super impatient and get distracted easily.

Now I can dump a bag of veggies into my Instant Pot (with a steamer placed within the liner first, and a cup of water), set it on manual for “0” minutes, and get the perfect veggies every time!

Many frozen veggies, or reheated soups I set at “0”.

Click here for a link to a steamer basket like I personally use. My husband brought it to our marriage, it’s ancient, but darn, it works well! And here is a link to the steamer basket I *wish* I was using. But you know, my FOCUS words this year were about being INTENTIONAL and IMPROVISING. I can’t intentionally go and spend money on a fancy steamer basket when the one I have works just fine. Someday though, someday.

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Frozen Brussels Sprouts in the Instant Pot

Frozen veggies are a snap using the Instant Pot.  Set it, and forget it!

Servings 4
Author A Slightly Better Wife

Ingredients

  • 1-2 Bags of Brussels Sprouts
  • 1 C. Water

Instructions

  1. Place a steamer basket in the pot. 

  2. Add 1 C. Water.

  3. Pour frozen bag of Brussels Sprouts into the steamer basket.

  4. Press "Manual" and set the pot for "0" or "1" (more tender) minutes.

  5. Secure the lid and seal the steam valve.

  6. When the pot is done you may do a quick release of pressure by opening the steam valve.  However, if you forget it, the pot will switch to warm and keep your veggies ready until you are! I often don't release the steam until a few minutes have passed.

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Comments

  1. Melissa says

    March 26, 2018 at 6:50 pm

    I’m trying this now! I don’t have a manual button on mine so I’m hoping steam on 3 minutes works well! Thanks for posting!

    Reply
    • A Slightly Better Wife says

      July 15, 2020 at 8:33 am

      I hope that worked well for you!

      Reply
  2. Joyce Kimble says

    April 23, 2020 at 7:35 pm

    2 stars

    Thank you for sharing but definitely way too long for the time (for us anyway). I would go for 0 minutes next time. They were very mushy.

    Reply
    • A Slightly Better Wife says

      April 23, 2020 at 7:57 pm

      Thanks, Joyce! I think you’re right, I will update the post right now. I appreciate your feedback.

      Reply
  3. Mike says

    June 30, 2020 at 6:50 pm

    5 stars
    I DID IT! Not even a half bag frozen brussel sprouts. Set for 1 minute and quick release after another minute. Perfect! Thank you!

    Reply
    • A Slightly Better Wife says

      July 1, 2020 at 8:32 am

      Excellent!!

      Reply
  4. Linda says

    July 1, 2021 at 1:21 pm

    I like my sprouts VERY tender. Should I go for 3 minutes or more?

    Reply
    • A Slightly Better Wife says

      July 1, 2021 at 2:01 pm

      From my experience 3 minutes is great, you could go more, but they may end up mashable (which is still delicious).

      Reply
      • Linda says

        July 1, 2021 at 2:45 pm

        Thanks!!

        Reply
  5. Kman18 says

    July 28, 2021 at 3:46 am

    5 stars

    5 stars
    Thank you for this recipe!
    I made only slight adjustments as we like them medium soft (and usually roasted):

    3 12 oz bags
    2 cups water
    Set IP on 2 minutes high, turn off keep warm
    Quick Release. When done drain & heat olive oil in the liner on medium-high, toss in sprouts, add S&P to taste & briefly / slightly brown in the liner.

    Keep up the good work and congrats on your anniversary.

    Reply
    • A Slightly Better Wife says

      July 27, 2021 at 10:50 pm

      This sounds wonderful! I will give this a try, thank you for sharing here!

      Reply
    • A Slightly Better Wife says

      September 3, 2021 at 8:12 am

      I love that you experimented with this. I’ll have to give your method a try!

      Reply
      • Kman18 says

        September 3, 2021 at 10:49 am

        5 stars
        Hope it works for you!

        Going to try similar with frozen okra.

        Reply

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