Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 7-10 days
On Stalk
- Keep sprouts attached to stalk if possible
- Don't wash until ready to use
- Store in refrigerator
- Keep away from ethylene producers
Alternative another good method that's just different 5-7 days
Loose in Crisper
- Don't wash until ready to use
- Place in perforated plastic bag
- Store in high humidity crisper
- Keep away from ethylene producers
Freezing freezing method 10-12 months
Frozen
- Trim and remove outer leaves
- Blanch in boiling water 3-5 minutes
- Cool in ice bath, drain well
- Transfer to freezer bags
- Best for roasting or cooked dishes
Protect your produce
This item is sensitive to ethylene gas, which is released by other produce.
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Fun Facts
- Brussels sprouts are the same species as cabbage, broccoli, and kale—they're buds that grow along the stem.
- Keeping them on the stalk preserves moisture and often extends shelf life by several days.