3-Ingredient Sweet and Smoky Brussels Sprouts
A delicious side dish combining crispy bacon, caramelized Brussels sprouts, and sweet dates for a perfect balance of smoky and sweet flavors. The dates melt into a natural glaze that coats the sprouts.
Ingredients
- •4 ounces bacon
- •2 tablespoons olive oil
- •1 pound brussels sprouts
- •½ teaspoon kosher salt
- •¼ cup dates
- •pitted
- •chopped
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until partially crisped, 5-7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels, reserving fat in skillet.
7 min
- 2.
Add 2 Tbsp. oil to fat and heat over medium. Working in batches and adding more oil if needed, add brussels sprouts in a single layer, cut side down, and sear, without stirring, until well-browned, about 3 minutes. Season with salt, toss to coat, then stir in bacon and dates. Stir in 3/4 cup water, increase heat to medium-high, and cook, mashing dates with the back of a wooden spoon, until dates have dissolved and brussels sprouts are well-glazed, about 2 minutes.
5 min
