Warm Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Brussels sprouts and bacon were made for each other! I've made this Warm Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Bacon recipe so many times and even people who aren’t brussels sprout fans like this. This dish is a great side dish and pairs well with pork, chicken, or seafood.
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lbs Brussel sprouts, washed and trimmed
- 3-4 slices bacon
- 1 cup water
- kosher salt and fresh ground pepper
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Trim the Brussels sprouts by cutting the bottom off and removing the outer leaves, if needed. Rinse well; shred in a food processor fitted with a slicing blade. Set aside.
- In a large 12-inch skillet, cook bacon until crisp, about 4-5 minutes; transfer to paper towels. Drain all the rendered bacon fat except 1 Tablespoon.
- Add the shredded Brussels sprouts and 1 cup water; season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook stirring occasionally, 20-25 minutes or until sprouts are tender. Add more water only if sprouts become dry.
- Serve with bacon crumbled on top and drizzle with apple cider vinegar.
Notes
- Optional toppings: toasted hazelnuts or pecans, pomegranate seeds, dried cranberries, blue cheese crumbles, shaved Manchego or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.