Chiffonade of Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Hazelnuts
🕒 Cook Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes
🍽 Servings: 8
Description:
I can’t take credit for this gem of a recipe, it hails from the culinary genius of Diane Morgan, the brains behind “The Thanksgiving Table.” If you’ve got Brussels sprouts skeptics in your midst, fear not! This dish has won over even the most discerning of palates. My husband’s a Brussels sprouts enthusiast, so I’m constantly on the lookout for inventive ways to dish them up. And let me tell you, this recipe takes the cake! Give it a try, and you’ll see why it’s a winner.
Ingredients:
- 2 Brussels sprouts
- 3 bacon strips
- 1/2 cup hazelnuts
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Trim the stem end of the Brussels sprouts and discard any yellow or spotted leaves. |
| 2 | Using the coarse shredding attachment of your food processor, shred the Brussels sprouts. Set aside until about 10 minutes before serving. |
| 3 | In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until it’s gloriously crisp. |
| 4 | Once crispy, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Set aside. |
| 5 | Now, here’s where the magic happens! Reserve that liquid gold – the bacon fat – in the pan. |
| 6 | Just before serving, reheat the bacon fat in the pan until it’s hot and shimmering, then add the shredded Brussels sprouts. |
| 7 | Saute the sprouts until they’re crisp-tender and have that vibrant green hue, about 3-5 minutes. |
| 8 | Next, toss in the reserved bacon, hazelnuts, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. |
| 9 | Give it all a good toss to combine, allowing those flavors to mingle and dance together. |
| 10 | Time to taste! Adjust the seasonings if needed, then plate up this masterpiece and serve it with pride. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 108
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.9g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
- Sodium: 339.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.6g
- Fiber: 3.8g
- Sugar: 2.3g
- Protein: 4.5g
Keywords:
Low Cholesterol, < 30 Mins, Easy
Recipe Notes:
- Don’t be shy with the bacon fat; it adds a richness and depth of flavor that’s simply irresistible.
- If you don’t have a food processor, fear not! You can thinly slice the Brussels sprouts by hand for equally delicious results.
- Feel free to customize this recipe to suit your taste buds. Swap out the hazelnuts for toasted almonds or pecans, or add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for extra indulgence. The possibilities are endless!
