Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls are your 20-minute restaurant version. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the crispy pork and tender sprouts. The trick is to cook them separately. The result? A cozy, hearty bowl that’s better than takeout. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try these Slow Cooker Parmesan Herb Chicken with Creamy Orzo and Pair with these Crispy Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes.

What You'll Need for Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 lb Brussels sprouts
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 red onion
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• Optional: Sesame seeds
• Optional: Green onions
• Optional: Sriracha or hot sauce

How to Make Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

1. Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground pork, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove pork from skillet and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add halved Brussels sprouts. Cook until tender and slightly charred, about 7-10 minutes. Add minced garlic and red onion during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, soy sauce, and honey. Stir this spice mixture into the skillet with the Brussels sprouts.
4. Step 4: Return the cooked pork to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Step 5: Serve the Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls hot, topped with sesame seeds, green onions, and a drizzle of sriracha or hot sauce if desired.

Storing & Reheating Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days Make-ahead tip: Can be made ahead and reheated

Freezing Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

Not recommended for freezing

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a milder version, reduce the amount of chili powder or omit it altogether.
• Best substitution: Substitute ground turkey or chicken for the ground pork.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the Brussels sprouts and pork separately, then store in the fridge. Reheat and combine when ready to serve.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your pork is not browning, increase the heat to medium-high and cook for a few more minutes.

Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner

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Prep

10 min

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Cook

15 min

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Total

25 min

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 lb Brussels sprouts
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 red onion

Seasonings

• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey

Optional Toppings

• Sesame seeds
• Green onions
• Sriracha or hot sauce

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground pork, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove pork from skillet and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add halved Brussels sprouts. Cook until tender and slightly charred, about 7-10 minutes. Add minced garlic and red onion during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, soy sauce, and honey. Stir this spice mixture into the skillet with the Brussels sprouts.
4. Step 4: Return the cooked pork to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Step 5: Serve the Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls hot, topped with sesame seeds, green onions, and a drizzle of sriracha or hot sauce if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a milder version, reduce the amount of chili powder or omit it altogether.
• Best substitution: Substitute ground turkey or chicken for the ground pork.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the Brussels sprouts and pork separately, then store in the fridge. Reheat and combine when ready to serve.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your pork is not browning, increase the heat to medium-high and cook for a few more minutes.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
• Freezer: Not recommended for freezing
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes
• Make ahead: Can be made ahead and reheated

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 32g
• Fat: 28g
• Carbs: 20g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 700mg
• Cholesterol: 100mg
• Sat. Fat: 10g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls for Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!