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Fried Brussels Sprouts

Fried Brussels Sprouts brings together tender, browned sprouts and soft onions with a touch of sweetness for balance, all finished with crisp, smoky bacon. The result is salty-sweet, savory, and lightly caramelized, making it a crowd-pleasing side for weeknight dinners or holiday tables alike.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Fried Brussels Sprouts
  1. 1

    Place the bacon pieces in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning now and then, until evenly browned, about 7 to 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Drain on paper towels, leaving the grease in the skillet.

  3. 3

    Cook the onion in the bacon grease in the skillet until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the Brussels sprouts and toss to coat in the bacon grease.

  5. 5

    Cook and stir until browned and tender, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Stir in the sugar, salt, and black pepper; sprinkle in the bacon pieces.