These Keto brussel sprouts with bacon were made weekly when I was really dedicated to the keto diet. They're delicious and are the perfect side dish. Although, I'm no longer on the keto diet I still make these on a weekly basis.
Sauteed Brussel Sprouts Recipe Ingredients
- Brussel sprouts
- Bacon
- Onions
- Garlic
- Red pepper flake
- Salt & pepper
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
The secret to Bacon Brussel Sprouts
The secret to these brussel sprouts is cooking them in the rendered bacon grease from your cooked bacon pieces. The bacon fat gives the sprouts a great smokey flavor and also lowers the amount of salt you need to season your dish with.
What equipment do I need to make these Keto Brussel Sprouts with Bacon?
All you need for this recipe is one large saute pan
How to make Sauteed Brussel Sprouts
- In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat place your chopped bacon and cook until crisp. Once cooked transfer your bacon to a paper towel lined dish and set aside.
- To your sauté pan with with bacon grease add your brussel sprouts. Keep your heat at medium high and stir your brussel sprouts to coat evenly with the bacon grease and cook for 1 minute.
- Add your onions, black pepper, salt and red pepper flakes to your brussel sprouts and stir to combine.
- Drop your heat to medium low and cover for 2 minutes.
- Uncover your sauté pan and give your brussel sprouts a good stir and toss. Cover again and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and place your brussel sprouts on a serving dish. Top with cooked bacon and parmesan cheese.
Keto Brussel Sprouts Variations
Looking for a non-dairy preparation of these brussel sprouts? Simply omit the parmesan cheese in this recipe.
Storing Brussel Sprouts and Bacon
These brussel sprouts will keep in an airtight container stored in the refrigerator for upto 3 days. It is not recommended to freeze these.
FAQs for Keto Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Brussels sprouts are perfect for low carb, gluten-free and keto diets. Brussels sprouts have about 4.5g net carbs per cup making them a great low carb vegetable to add to your diet. Additionally, bacon and parmesan major cheese goals right here are also low on carbohydrates.
There are a few reasons why your Brussels sprouts might not be getting crispy:
1. Overcrowding the Pan: If there are too many sprouts in the pan, they won't cook evenly and may become soggy. Make sure to leave enough space between them.
2. Not High Enough Heat: Brussels sprouts need high heat to caramelize and get crispy. Cook them over medium-high heat.
3. Too Much Moisture: If the sprouts are wet or have excess moisture, they won't crisp up as well. Make sure to dry them thoroughly before cooking.
4. Not Long Enough: Cook the sprouts long enough to develop a crispy exterior. Depending on the size, this could take 15-25 minutes.
To ensure crispy Brussels sprouts:
- Space them out: Make sure there's enough space between the sprouts in the pan.
- Cook over high heat: Use a high heat setting to caramelize the sugars.
- Dry the sprouts: Pat the sprouts dry with paper towels before cooking.
- Cook long enough: Give the sprouts time to develop a crispy exterior.
Brussels sprouts can be bitter due to a compound called glucosinolate. This compound is naturally present in the vegetable and gives it a slightly bitter taste.
However, the level of bitterness can vary depending on several factors, including:
- Age: Older Brussels sprouts tend to be more bitter than younger ones.
- Growing conditions: The way the sprouts are grown can affect their bitterness.
- Preparation: Cooking methods and seasonings can influence the perception of bitterness.
Here are a few ways to reduce the bitterness in Brussels sprouts:
1. Parboil or Blanch: Cooking them briefly in boiling water or steaming can help remove some of the bitterness.
2. Roast or Grill: High-heat cooking methods like roasting or grilling can caramelize the sugars in Brussels sprouts, reducing bitterness and adding a sweet flavor.
3. Toss in Acid: Drizzling the cooked sprouts with a citrus juice like lemon or lime can help to balance the bitterness.
4. Add Flavorful Toppings: Pair Brussels sprouts with bacon, cheese, or a creamy sauce to mask any bitterness.
5. Use Younger Sprouts: Smaller, younger Brussels sprouts tend to be less bitter than larger, older ones.
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Keto Brussels Sprouts With Bacon
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped brussel sprouts about 1 ½ lb's of brussel sprouts
- 4 strips of thick cut bacon chopped
- ½ a yellow onion chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat place your chopped bacon and cook until crisp. Once cooked transfer your bacon to a paper towel lined dish and set aside.
- To your sauté pan with with bacon grease add your brussel sprouts. Keep your heat at medium high and stir your brussel sprouts to coat evenly with the bacon grease and cook for 1 minute.
- Add your onions, black pepper, salt and red pepper flakes to your brussel sprouts and stir to combine.
- Drop your heat to medium low and cover for 2 minutes.
- Uncover your sauté pan and give your brussel sprouts a good stir and toss. Cover again and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and place your brussel sprouts on a serving dish. Top with cooked bacon and parmesan cheese.
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