Fried Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

Transform your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for Fried Brussels Sprouts with Bacon! Perfectly crispy Brussels sprouts are pan-fried in rendered bacon fat and olive oil, creating golden edges and a tender interior. Add in the smoky crunch of crispy bacon and the aromatic punch of minced garlic, and you have a dish that's bursting with flavor. A finishing drizzle of tangy balsamic vinegar elevates this easy-to-make side to elegant new heights, balancing salty, savory, and slightly sweet notes. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for pairing with roasted meats or holiday feasts, this dish is sure to win over even the most skeptical Brussels sprouts skeptics.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound brussel sprouts
• 6 slices bacon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Start by cleaning the brussel sprouts: trim the base and remove any yellow or damaged outer leaves. Slice each brussel sprout in half lengthwise.

Step 2

Chop the bacon into small pieces. Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the chopped bacon pieces. Cook until the bacon is crispy and rendered fat is in the pan, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Using a slotted spoon, remove the crispy bacon from the skillet and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Leave the bacon fat in the skillet.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet.

Step 6

Add the halved brussel sprouts to the skillet, cut side down. Stir occasionally and cook until the brussel sprouts are golden and crispy on the edges, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic to the pan with the brussel sprouts and stir, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 8

Season the brussel sprouts with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 9

Return the crispy bacon to the skillet and combine it with the brussel sprouts.

Step 10

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar over the brussel sprouts and bacon, then stir to coat evenly.

Step 11

Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the balsamic vinegar to caramelize slightly.

Step 12

Remove from heat and transfer the fried brussel sprouts with bacon to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a savory side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	558.2 grams (558.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	726

Total Fat 46.60g	60%
Saturated Fat 10.70g	53%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.60g
Cholesterol 48mg	16%
Sodium 2121mg	92%
Total Carbohydrate 52.90g	19%
Dietary Fiber 19.60g	70%
Total Sugars 13.50g
Protein 34.50g	69%

Vitamin D 8IU	39%
Calcium 247mg	19%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 2308mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.5%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 27.5%