Bacon n' Brussels
Pan-fried Brussels sprouts with bacon - a divine combination that makes for the perfect healthy Thanksgiving side dish! Feel free to add in some grass-fed or goat's milk cheese with heavy cream if you want to make this a saucier experience!
Servings 4 -6
Calories 258kcal
Ingredients
- 0,5 stalk Brussels sprouts
- 6-8 strips bacon diced, depends on how much self-control you have
- 1/2 yellow onion thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil melted - or grass-fed butter
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse your brussel sprouts under warm water (make sure you trim the ends and remove any older leaves).
- Slice them in half and toss them in a medium sized bowl, with 3 tbsp of melted fat
- Add in the sliced yellow onion and diced bacon.
- Toss together with all spices, until everything is combined.
- Place a large frying pan on the stove, on a medium-high fire.
- Add your brussels and pan-fry for 7-10 minutes, until your brussels and bacon are looking golden and crispy.
Notes
Feel free to add in some grass-fed or goat's milk cheese with heavy cream if you want to make this a saucier experience!
Nutrition
Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 231mg | Potassium: 274mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 26mg