Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and maple syrup are the best brussels sprout recipe if you want a delicious side dish in a hurry. These pan fried sprouts take just 20 minutes!
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We all know that brussels sprouts (often incorrectly spelled brussel sprouts, without the s) sometimes get a bad wrap. Which is a shame, because these tiny cabbages are super delicious when they're cooked correctly.
Brussels sprouts are delicious roasted, like these Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash, or Brown Sugar Brussels Sprouts and you can even eat them raw in a salad: Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad With Apples.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Sautéed brussels sprouts are cooked until just tender, so there's no bitterness.
- Shredded or shaved and pan fried sprouts cook quickly.
- There are only a handful of ingredients, making this a simple, but flavour packed side dish.
- Crisp bacon adds a smoky note and maple syrup a sweet one for delicious balance.
- This makes a perfect Thanksgiving side dish, but it works for every day dinners, too.
Ingredient Notes
- Brussels Sprouts. You can buy these pre-shredded or you can shred them yourself. If you buy them whole, look for tight bulbs with no yellowing.
- Cooked Bacon. I like to use thick cut bacon here, so that the bacon really shines on it's own. A thinner bacon can just turn into crumbles, and that's fine too.
- Maple Syrup. Real maple syrup is essential!
- Olive Oil.
- Garlic. If you want to take a shortcut, use the already peeled and minced garlic from a jar.
- Salt
Here's How To Make It
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
- Add the brussels sprouts, maple syrup, salt and garlic, stirring to combine.
- Sautee, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes until sprouts are bright green and tender.
- Stir in the bacon, and serve.
Recipe Tips
- To shred brussels sprouts, I use my food processor, but you can also use a mandoline, or do it by hand.
- To shave the brussels sprouts by hand, use a sharp knife to cut off the stem end. Slice the sprout in half, and with cut side down, cut each half into thin slices.
- You can cook the bacon in the same skillet first. Chop the bacon first, then cook until crisp. Drain all but a tablespoon of the fat from the skillet before adding the rest of the ingredients. If you use this method, omit the olive oil.
- Some bacon is extra salty. Be sure to taste your once it's cooked. If the bacon is quite salty, you may want to omit the salt.
FAQ's
Yes, you can shred them and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days. (a sealed zip lock bag works great).
This side dish is best if it's sautéed right before serving. However, you can certainly cook the bacon ahead of time, and as well as shred the brussels sprouts.
I don't recommend using frozen sprouts for this particular recipe. Frozen brussels sprouts have a softer, more watery texture that wouldn't work for pan frying.
Serving Suggestions
Brussels spouts with bacon are a great side dish with all kinds of meats. I like to serve them with steak (Air Fryer Flank Steak), pork (Grilled Pork Tenderloin), fish (Air Fryer Salmon) or chicken (Grilled Harissa Chicken Drumsticks).
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Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 slices bacon cooked and chopped
- 1 pound brussels sprouts shredded
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium high
- Add the brussels sprouts, maple syrup, garlic and salt
- Cook, stirring, about 5 minutes, until the brussels sprouts have softened
- Stir in the bacon
- Remove from heat and serve
Oscar
You had me at bacon! I loved how easy this recipe was and super delicious. Great recipe.
Colleen
Hi Oscar, I'm so happy you loved these brussels sprouts & bacon!
Sara
Bacon and maple are such a good combination for Brussels sprouts. I can’t image anyone not loving them after trying these!
Colleen
I agree Sara! So happy that you enjoyed these !
Dennis K Littley
I made your brussels sprouts for dinner last night to go with a roast chicken and they were OMG delicious!
Colleen
Hi Dennis, I love to hear this! So glad you enjoyed the sprouts!
Vanessa
Such a delicious flavour combo and was the perfect side for our roast chicken.
Colleen
I'm so happy to hear this Vanessa! Thanks for commenting.
Cathleen
Brussels sprouts and bacon is one of my favourite combos ever!! Definitely will be a hit around the holidays in my house, thanks so much for the recipe 🙂
Colleen
You're welcome Cathleen, enjoy!
nancy
what a super easy and delish salad this is! perfect when you're in a pinch but still want some greens!
Colleen
So happy that you like it Nancy!
Jenny
This is a great brussels sprouts recipe. I love the addition of maple syrup, it brings the whole dish to life. We tried it last night and will be making it for Thanksgiving. It was delicious!
Colleen
Hi Jenny! I agree, the maple syrup really makes this dish! I'm so happy that you loved it. Happy Thanksgiving!
susan | the wimpy vegetarian
I absolutely love Brussels sprouts, and especially with bacon! And yay for maple syrup!!!
Colleen
I'm glad you loved it, Susan!
Amanda Dixon
We loved these Brussels sprouts! They were really quick and simple, and you can never go wrong when bacon is involved.
Colleen
I'm so happy to hear this, Amanda. I agree about the bacon 😊 Thanks for commenting!
Jacqueline Debono
I'm obssessed with brussels sprouts and have been serving them non stop since the season started. I mostly roast them but I can imagine how good they are made this way too. On my to make asap list!
Jean
Super easy and I like how the maple syrup adds a sweet flavor too.
Colleen
Hi Jean, I'm so happy that you liked this recipe. It really is super easy!
Heather Johnson
omg delicious! i've made a similar dish with cabbage but i like brussels sprouts so much better and thick bacon is a must!
Colleen
Hi Heather, the cabbage sounds yummy, too!
Lily
This was fabulous! I loved the salty, sweet combination. You can never go wrong with maple and bacon in the same sentence.
Colleen
Hi Lily, It's so great to hear your feedback. So happy that you loved it!
Kaitlin
So tasty!
Colleen
Yes, it is, Kaitlin! 😋
Kristen Wood
I pinned this and plan on bringing it over to my family's Thanksgiving! Thanks for the fabulous recipe!
Colleen
You're welcome Kristin! Enjoy and happy Thanksgiving!