Pan-Fried Brussel Sprouts with Bacon, Garlic and Parmesan, a quick and easy way of cooking brussels sprouts in under 10 minutes. No more boring brussels sprouts, this is a delicious side dish, perfect for your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner menu.
- 450 g brussels sprouts (1 lb)
- 85 g bacon lardons (1/2 cup)
- 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2/3 cup boiling water
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Wash the brussels sprouts and cut them in half.
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In a pan, add the bacon lardons and fry until brown.
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Remove from the pan and set aside.
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In the same pan, add the oil and brussels sprouts and leave to cook for 2-3 minutes, shaking the pan now and then.
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Add the garlic and half of the water, place a lid on and leave to cook on a medium heat until the water evaporates, that should take 1-2 minutes.
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If the brussels sprouts are not tender enough at this point, add the remaining water, and cook again with the lid on; once the vater evaporates, the sprouts are tender, and slightly caramelised on the edges.
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Add the cooked bacon, and parmesan, and remove from the heat.