Brussels Sprouts Haluski

Brussels sprouts haluski is a modern take on a Pittsburgh classic, with sautéed sprouts and homemade spaetzle. It's ready in 35 minutes.

What is haluski?

Haluski is a simple Eastern European dish, essentially fried cabbage and noodles. There are variations by country ("Halushki", "Halusky", "Hallushky"), but the most traditional version uses dumplings (or spaetzle) instead of noodles. This recipe honors that tradition, using delicious Brussels Sprouts.

This one pot recipe is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use leftover Roasted Brussels Sprouts or cabbage. In Pittsburgh, Haluski is a staple on the menu at many restaurants. It's almost as common as spaghetti and meatballs.

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What you'll need

• Brussels sprouts: fresh Brussels Sprouts replace traditional cabbage for this recipe.
• Eggs: Large or extra large eggs
• Flour: we recommend AP flour for this recipe
• Milk: whole milk or 1% milk
• Butter: we recommend salted butter
• Salt: kosher salt or sea salt
• Pepper: freshly ground black pepper

👉 see recipe card below for exact quantities.

How to make haluski

Make the Spaetzle (dumplings):

1. Bring large pot of water to boil.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs then add flour to make a thick paste.
3. Add milk. Combine until mixture resembles a thick pancake mix.
4. Place large hole colander over pot of boiling water and add mixture to colander.
5. Using a spatula, work the mixture so it drops through the holes of the colander into water. Continue until all mixture is in water
6. When mix hits water it will form the spaetzle
7. Remove from boiling water and rinse with cold water
8. Place spaetzle in bowl and refrigerate.

Make the Haluski:

1. Wash and remove stems from Brussels sprouts. Slice into ⅛" pieces.
2. In a stock pot, add butter and melt.
3. Add sprouts and cook until browned and tender, stirring as needed.
4. Add spaetzle and continue to cook until spaetzle has browned a little.
5. Add salt and pepper and enjoy!

Variations

• Egg noodles: no time to make Spaetzle? Substitute store-bought egg noodles.
• Traditional: use red cabbage instead of Brussels Sprouts for authentic Haluski
• Bacon: add some crispy bacon pieces or pancetta for full-bodied flavor
• Onions: Sautéing sliced onions with the Brussels sprouts adds depth of flavor

Make ahead and storage

• Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Reheat in a sauté pan or microwave. Do not freeze.

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