Pan-fried Brussels sprouts are a light, tasty side dish perfect for accompanying meat or fish. Often underrated, when cooked properly they become irresistible: tender on the inside, slightly crispy on the outside, and fragrant with garlic and spices. A simple recipe that brings out the best in this nutritious vegetable! I made them more delicious by adding bacon.
If you’ve never loved Brussels sprouts, this recipe might change your mind! Try them like this, and if you have leftovers… they’re perfect even the next day!
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Steaming, Stove
- 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
- 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 it in the microwave using its specific function.
In a pan, sauté the chopped onion in a little oil and add the bacon.
Add the Brussels sprouts, stir and flavor for 5 minutes.
✨ Variants
• With speck instead of bacon
• Tossed with caramelized red onions
• With a hint of lemon and ginger
• With toasted walnuts or almonds for a crunchy touch
✨ Variants
• With speck instead of bacon
• Tossed with caramelized red onions
• With a hint of lemon and ginger
• With toasted walnuts or almonds for a crunchy touch
