Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta Recipe
π Total Time: 30 minutes | π΄ Servings: 4 servings
Description:
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive Christmas dinner or a cozy Thanksgiving gathering, this dish is ready in less than 30 minutes!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | fresh Brussels sprouts |
| 2 | tablespoons olive oil |
| 3 | slices pancetta |
| 2 | cloves garlic |
| – | low sodium chicken broth |
| 3/4 | cup |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 117.9
- Fat Content: 7.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 42.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 11.2g
- Fiber Content: 4.3g
- Sugar Content: 2.6g
- Protein Content: 4.8g
Instructions:
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Partially Cook Brussels Sprouts: Begin by partially cooking the Brussels sprouts. Boil a large pot of salted water and add the fresh Brussels sprouts. Cook for about 4 minutes until they are slightly tender. Then, drain them well.
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Prepare Pancetta and Garlic: While the Brussels sprouts are cooking, heat olive oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add the slices of pancetta to the skillet and sautΓ© until they begin to crisp, which usually takes about 3 minutes. Then, add minced garlic to the skillet and continue sautΓ©ing until the garlic turns pale golden, approximately 2 minutes.
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Saute Brussels Sprouts: Now, it’s time to add the partially cooked Brussels sprouts to the skillet. Continue sautΓ©ing until the Brussels sprouts are heated through and start to develop a beautiful golden-brown color, which usually takes around 5 minutes.
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Season to Taste: Season the Brussels sprouts with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. The combination of flavors from the pancetta and garlic will already impart a delightful taste, but seasoning further enhances the dish.
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Add Chicken Broth: Pour in the low sodium chicken broth to the skillet with the Brussels sprouts. Allow the broth to simmer gently until it reduces just enough to coat the Brussels sprouts, creating a flavorful glaze. This usually takes about 3 minutes.
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Serve: Once the broth has reduced and coated the Brussels sprouts perfectly, remove the skillet from the heat. Transfer the Brussels sprouts with pancetta to a serving dish, and serve them hot as a delightful side dish or a standalone meal.
With its savory pancetta, aromatic garlic, and tender Brussels sprouts coated in a flavorful broth, this recipe is sure to become a favorite on your holiday menu or any weeknight dinner rotation. Enjoy the deliciousness and share the love with your friends and family!
