Thanksgiving Brussels sprouts make a quick and easy side dish that is loaded with flavor.
Brussels sprouts are fried in bacon drippings until tender-crisp then drizzled with balsamic vinegar and topped with bacon bits.
Why You’ll Fall for These Thanksgiving Brussels Sprouts
- You can make a crispy, one-pan side dish that’s ready in minutes with Brussels Sprouts, bacon, and balsamic vinegar.
- Perfectly caramelized tender sprouts mixed with crunchy bacon is perfect for your Thanksgiving dinner.
- Tangy-sweet balsamic vinegar boosts the flavor of simple ingredients like Brussels sprouts.
- Make ahead up to 48 hours and keep it covered in the refrigerator until ready to reheat.
Ingredients
Brussels Sprouts: Look for deep green colored Brussels sprouts that are heavy with tight leaves. Choose sprouts that are all the same size for even cooking. Try using frozen Brussels sprouts, and for best results be sure they are thawed first and patted dry before cooking.
Bacon: Use any flavor of (sugar-free) bacon you like. Keep leftover bacon grease in a jar in the refrigerator for future recipes.
Vinegar: Thick balsamic vinegar clings to the Brussels sprouts perfectly, but you can use red wine vinegar or rice wine vinegar for a less sweet version. Try a sprinkle of keto-approved brown sugar substitute, maple syrup, or honey.
Variations
Instead of bacon, you can experiment with pancetta or prosciutto. But in this case, you will need olive oil in place of the bacon grease.
Melt some butter on top for even more flavor, and sprinkle parmesan cheese or homemade breadcrumbs over everything and pop it under the broiler for an extra crispy topping.
Add some sliced almonds, chopped walnuts or pecans, even chopped apples to the dish in Step 3 for extra color and crunch.
How to Make Thanksgiving Brussel Sprouts
- Trim Brussels sprouts and cut them in half (recipe below).
- Cook bacon and drain, leaving the drippings in the pan.
- Cook Brussels sprouts, cut side down until tender-crisp.
- Season and serve with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and crumbled bacon.
What to Serve with Thanksgiving Brussel Sprouts
These are the best Brussels sprouts for a colorful and flavorful side along with roast turkey or holiday ham. Try other tasty Thanksgiving sides like mashed cauliflower, keto stuffing, and pumpkin pie to round out the meal.
Leftovers
Keep leftover Thanksgiving Brussels sprouts in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave, oven, the air fryer, or a skillet on the stovetop. Freeze leftovers in a zippered bag for up to one month.
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Thanksgiving Brussels Sprouts
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts
- 4 strips bacon chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon pepper or to taste
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Trim the bottom of each sprout and remove any discolored leaves. Cut the Brussels sprouts in half.
- Crisp the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Set the bacon aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pan.
- Add the Brussels sprouts to the pan, turning them face-down if possible. Reduce the heat to medium and cook sprouts for 10-12 minutes or until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
- Season the Brussels sprouts with salt and pepper, then toss with balsamic vinegar and the cooked bacon.
Notes
- Store leftover Brussels sprouts in a covered container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Reheat them in the microwave, air fryer, or on the stovetop.
- For longer storage, freeze them in a zippered bag for up to a month.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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