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.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Belgian
Servings: 4
Calories: 219kcal
Author: Kitrusy
To top (optional): grated hard cheeses such as Parmesan, Asiago, Pecorino Romano, Parmigiano-Reggiano, etc.
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.
Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 413mg | Potassium: 531mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 869IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 2mg