Shredded brussels sprouts with bacon are a quick and easy side dish. Uses only a few ingredients and comes together in 20 minutes and always a huge hit!
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Shredded brussels sprouts are my favorite new savory side dish, seriously just give me a fork. It's a side dish that comes together super fast. Every bite is loaded with flavor, tossed with garlic, and topped with crispy, smoky bacon.
Why This Recipe Works
This is a side dish that goes with just about any meat main dish. Brussels sprouts often get a bad rap but are absolutely delicious when they are cooked correctly. Whether sautéed or roasted like my Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts or even air fried these tiny little cabbages are full of flavor. Shaved Brussels sprouts are the perfect side dish for a weeknight dinner, dinner party, or holiday meal.
Ingredients for this recipe
Ingredients Notes
Bacon- I like to use smoky bacon-like applewood
Brussels sprouts- You can shred them yourself or buy the pre-shredded in a bag from the grocery store.
Onion- I like to use a sweet onion for added flavor.
Garlic clove-I like to use fresh minced garlic.
How to make This Recipe
Step 1-Saute the bacon in a hot skillet.
Step 2-Rinse the brussels sprouts and remove any bad leaves.
Step 3-Cut the ends off of the brussels sprouts
Step 4-Shred each brussels sprout thinly
Step 5- Add the shredded brussels sprouts to the skillet.
Step 6- Add in the cooked bacon and garlic.
Recipe tips
1.Shaved brussels sprouts- You can do it by hand using a mandolin or a food processor.
2. Cut the bacon into bite-sized pieces first before frying.
3. Add in some pine nuts for an extra nutty flavor.
Recipe FAQ's
Using a cutting board and a sharp knife cut the end of the sprouts off. Remove some of the outer leaves. Then cut each sprout in half. Laying the sprouts cut side down, carefully slice the sprouts into thin slices. You can also use a mandoline or the food processor with the slicer attachment.
Brussel sprouts stay freshest longest when they are whole. But yes you can shred them and keep some in the fridge ready to go. I just recommend you use the shredded brussels sprouts within 3 days for ideal freshness. If you want to skip the hassle of shredding you can check out my Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon.
What to serve with this recipe
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Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Shredded brussels sprouts with bacon are a quick and easy side dish. Comes together in 20 minutes and always a huge hit!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds brussels sprouts
- 6 slices bacon (I used applewood)
- 1/2 cup white onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Using a sharp knife cut the stem off the end of the brussels spouts. And carefully shred them as thin as possible.
- Heat a skillet on medium heat. Dice the bacon into pieces and cook just until crispy. Using tongs or a spider spoon remove to a paper towel leaving the reserved bacon grease.
- Add in the onions to the bacon grease and cook 2-3 minutes then add in the brussels sprouts and garlic, toss and cook for 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm!
Notes
1. Shaved brussels sprouts- You can do it by hand using a mandolin or a food processor.
2. Cut the bacon into bite-sized pieces first before frying.
3. Add in some pine nuts for an extra nutty flavor.
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 97Total Fat 5gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 11mgSodium 267mgCarbohydrates 9gFiber 3gSugar 2gProtein 7g
Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on butteryourbiscuit.com should only be used as a general guideline.
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