Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts
A wonderful balance of sweet and salty, this simple savory side (hello alliteration!) uses 5 ingredients, 15-minutes, and one skillet to create a dish that elevates the humble Brussels sprout to a whole new level.
Servings: 4
Calories: 219kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh Brussels sprouts not frozen
- 4-5 strips thick cut bacon (approx. 5.5 oz of bacon)
- 1½ tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp Himalayan salt to taste
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper to taste
To top (optional): grated hard cheeses such as Parmesan, Asiago, Pecorino Romano, Parmigiano-Reggiano, etc.
Instructions
- Prep your sprouts by slicing off a small sliver of the end (not too much or the sprouts will fall apart) and slicing them in half lengthways.
- Cut the bacon into small pieces and cook on med-high heat until crispy and the fat is rendered. Scoop the bacon bits out leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
- Place the sprouts into the pan with the rendered bacon fat, cut side down, and let them cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until the undersides are nicely browned and caramelized. Turn them over and let cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Turn the heat off and drizzle the maple over the sprouts while moving them around to ensure all pieces are coated.
- Add the bacon bits back into the pan and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve and enjoy by itself or top with a light sprinkle of any hard grated cheese like parmesan. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.