Pan-fried Brussels sprouts are a light, tasty side dish perfect for accompanying meat or fish mains. Often underestimated, when cooked the right way they become irresistible: tender inside, slightly crispy outside, and scented with garlic and spices. A simple recipe that best highlights this vegetable rich in beneficial properties! I added some bacon to make them more delicious.
If you’ve never loved Brussels sprouts, this recipe might change your mind! Try them this way, and if you have any leftovers… they’re perfect the next day too!
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Steaming, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter
Ingredients
- 1.1 lbs Brussels sprouts
- 1/2 onion
- 7 oz smoked bacon
- to taste oil and salt
Tools
- Steamer I use this one for the microwave
- Frying pan
Steps
Remove the first two leaves of the Brussels sprouts, wash them, and cut them in half. Steam them for a few minutes. I do this in the microwave using its specific function.
In a frying pan, sauté the chopped onion in a little oil and add the bacon.
Add the Brussels sprouts, stir, and let flavor for 5 minutes.
✨ Variants
• With speck instead of bacon
• Sautéed with caramelized red onion
• With a hint of lemon and ginger
• With toasted walnuts or almonds for a crunchy touch
✨ Variants
• With speck instead of bacon
• Sautéed with caramelized red onion
• With a hint of lemon and ginger
• With toasted walnuts or almonds for a crunchy touch
