Recipe: Brussels Sprouts Balsamico
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: European, Less than 30 Minutes, Stove Top, Easy
Aggregated Rating: 4 stars
Review Count: 4
Calories: 138.1 per serving
Fat Content: 10.8 grams
Saturated Fat Content: 3.6 grams
Cholesterol Content: 16.3 milligrams
Sodium Content: 207.3 milligrams
Carbohydrate Content: 5.6 grams
Fiber Content: 0 grams
Sugar Content: 4.8 grams
Protein Content: 2.9 grams
Recipe Yield: 1 Side Dish
Description:
Members of my family that don’t like Brussels Sprouts request this dish frequently, especially on holidays. It’s about as simple as you can get, but the combination of bacon and Balsamic Vinegar make for an awesome dish.
Ingredients:
- 1 Brussels sprout
- 3-4 slices of bacon
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare Brussels Sprouts: Cut sprouts off the stalk, if not on a stalk cut off any stem that remains on the sprout. Slice the sprouts in half through the stem (unless they’re little).
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Cook Bacon: Fry bacon in skillet over medium-high heat until crispy and fat is rendered. Remove bacon to paper towels with slotted spoon.
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Saute Brussels Sprouts: Add sprouts to bacon fat in the skillet and sauté until just starting to brown, about 10 minutes.
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Add Balsamic Vinegar: Pour Balsamic Vinegar into the skillet. Cover and cook until the vinegar is reduced to syrup consistency, about another 5 minutes.
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Serve: Sprinkle reserved bacon over sprouts and serve hot.
Additional Tips:
- If you prefer your Brussels sprouts more tender, you can cover the skillet while sautéing them to steam them slightly.
- For a crispy texture, ensure not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking the sprouts.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats or as a side for holiday meals.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 138.1
- Fat: 10.8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.6g
- Cholesterol: 16.3mg
- Sodium: 207.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 4.8g
- Protein: 2.9g
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a delicious side dish alongside your favorite main course.
- Garnish with freshly chopped herbs like parsley or thyme for an extra burst of flavor.
- This dish can also be enjoyed on its own as a light lunch or dinner option.
Kitchen Tools:
- Skillet
- Slotted spoon
- Sharp knife
Recipe Variations:
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and sauté the Brussels sprouts in olive oil or butter.
- Experiment with different types of vinegar such as apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar for a unique flavor profile.
- Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or toasted nuts like almonds or pine nuts for added texture and richness.
Recipe Reviews:
- “Absolutely delicious! Even the pickiest eaters in my family couldn’t resist seconds.” – ★★★★
- “Quick and easy recipe with fantastic flavors. A definite keeper!” – ★★★★
- “The combination of bacon and balsamic vinegar is genius. Will be making this again soon!” – ★★★★
- “Simple yet incredibly flavorful. Perfect for busy weeknights.” – ★★★★
