Pan-Fried Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Name: Pan-Fried Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Belgium
Ingredients: 600 g of Brussels sprouts (fresh); 150 g of lardons (smoked); 20 ml of olive oil; 10 g of butter; 2 g of salt (fine); 1 g of black pepper (ground)

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Fresh Brussels sprouts pan-fried until lightly crispy on the outside and tender inside, paired with golden bacon bits. A simple, quick recipe that is high in fiber and perfect for winter meals.

Total time: 30 min
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €1.13

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 6

servings

Estimated cost €4.50

Equipment

Saucepan
Spatula
Kitchen knife
Nonstick skillet
Cutting board
Colander

Instructions

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Clean the Brussels sprouts, remove any damaged leaves and cut them in half.

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Blanch them in a pot of salted boiling water for , until slightly tender. Drain thoroughly.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add the bacon bits and cook for until well browned.

Add the drained Brussels sprouts and turn the heat up slightly.

Pan-fry for , stirring regularly, until nicely browned.

Add the butter (optional), season lightly with salt and pepper, toss and serve hot.

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Goes well with

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

210kcal

Protein11 g21%
Carbs10 g19%
Fat14 g60%
Fiber5 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

🔥 After blanching, dry the sprouts thoroughly before pan-frying: less moisture means better caramelization and a more intense flavor.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Cooked, up to 2-3 months in an airtight container. The sprouts will be softer after thawing.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 3 to 4 days max in an airtight container in the fridge. The texture of the sprouts may soften slightly.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

The Brussels sprouts can be washed and trimmed the day before. The bacon bits are ready to use.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Reheat in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 min to regain some crispness. In the oven for 10-15 min at 160°C. In the microwave, the texture will be softer.

Variations

Add a knob of butter at the end of cooking.
Salt lightly because the bacon is already salty.
Serve hot as a side dish.

Mistakes to avoid

Not draining the sprouts: drain them thoroughly after blanching.
Cooking over heat that is too low: turn the heat up slightly for good browning.
Over-salting: smoked bacon bits are already salty.

Frequently asked questions

Comment cuire des choux de Bruxelles à la poêle ?

Cut them in half, blanch them for 8 minutes, drain, brown the bacon bits for 5 minutes, add the sprouts, turn up the heat and pan-fry for 7 to 10 minutes, stirring, with butter, salt and pepper.

Pourquoi blanchir les choux ?

Blanching for 8 minutes in salted boiling water tenderizes them slightly before pan-frying. Drain them thoroughly so they brown instead of steaming.

Comment obtenir des choux croustillants ?

After draining the sprouts, pan-fry them for 7 to 10 minutes, stirring regularly, until nicely browned, crispy on the outside and tender in the center.

Quels lardons utiliser ?

150 g of smoked bacon bits, cooked for 5 minutes in olive oil until well browned before adding the Brussels sprouts.