Description

Stir-Fry Bacon and Brussels Sprouts are awesome as a side dish because they are savory, flavorful, and easy to make. The bacon adds a great depth of flavor to the Brussels Sprouts, while the vegetables themselves provide a great crunch. The combination of the two ingredients makes for a delicious, simple, and nutritious veggie that goes well with many different main dishes.

Ingredients

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4–5 slices of bacon
24 Brussel Sprouts
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
1–2 tsp sliced coconut shavings

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Instructions

Chop bacon into small slices and fry in skillet until crispy, but NOT dry.
Clean and slice the Brussel Sprouts in half and add rosemary.
Fry the Brussel Sprouts in the same skillet as the bacon.
Remove and microwave for 2-3 minutes or until semi-tender, but still crisp.
Fry the coconut shavings in the bacon fat. If required, add a smidgen of VOO.
Be cautious as they tend to burn easily.
Return to the skillet and continue to fry until tender to your liking.
Spoon bacon and Brussels sprouts in a warm serving dish and garnish with the coconut.
Serve immediately.

Notes

Prepared, tried, and tested by Esme Slabs and Corlea Smit from The Recipe Hunter: Tried and Tested Recipes from Home Chefs and SA Tasty Recipes – Saffas Daily Recipes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 brussels plus trimmings
Calories: 240
Sugar: 2.9 g
Sodium: 260.3 mg
Fat: 19.2 g
Carbohydrates: 10.7 g
Fiber: 4.4 g
Protein: 8.3 g
Cholesterol: 23.1 mg