Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
I was never a big fan of Brussels sprouts until I tried them fried with bacon and a touch of balsamic.
If you are not familiar with Brussel sprouts they are like cabbage. You can buy them already trimmed and ready to use, or you can trim them yourself.
First, cut them in half and fry with oregano, garlic, salt and pepper until slightly golden brown. Then, add the fried bacon and drizzle with balsamic.
Serve these Brussels sprouts on their own for a light dinner or as a side dish with whatever you are grilling. It is a great side dish for Christmas dinner!
If you like brussels sprouts, you might also like this Marinated Brussels Sprouts recipe.
Yield: Serves 4
- 20 Brussels sprouts
- 3 bacon rashers, diced
- 1-2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice or balsamic glaze
- salt and pepper to taste
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat (without oil). Add the bacon and fry until crispy. Remove the bacon and transfer to paper towels. Set aside
Wash the Brussels sprouts well. Trim off the bottom of the Brussels sprouts and remove any damaged or wilted leaves. Cut in half.
In a frying pan, heat the oil over medium-low heat. Add Brussels sprouts and sauté until slightly golden brown, about 10 minutes.
Add oregano, garlic, salt and pepper. Heat for 1-minute.
Cover the skillet and let the sprouts become tender, about 6-7 minutes.
Remove from heat. Add bacon and toss well. Add lemon juice (or drizzle with balsamic glaze) and serve.
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