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Flavorful Sriracha Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts

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A quick and easy side dish featuring crisp-tender Brussels sprouts with smoky bacon, sweet maple syrup, and a spicy kick of sriracha. Perfect for weeknights and crowd-pleasing occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 4 to 6 slices bacon, diced
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnish: toasted sesame seeds or chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Rinse about 1 pound (450 grams) of Brussels sprouts under cold water. Trim off the tough ends and remove any yellow or damaged outer leaves. Slice each sprout in half lengthwise.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 to 6 slices of diced bacon and cook until crispy and browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the pan.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the bacon fat in the skillet. Toss in the halved Brussels sprouts, cut side down. Let them cook undisturbed for 5 to 7 minutes until the bottoms turn golden brown and crispy.
  4. Stir the sprouts gently, then add 2 cloves of minced garlic. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Lower the heat to medium-low. Pour in 2 tablespoons of pure maple syrup and 1 to 2 teaspoons of sriracha sauce. Stir everything well to coat the sprouts evenly in the sweet and spicy glaze. Let it cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the sprouts.
  6. Return the crispy bacon pieces to the skillet. Toss to combine and heat through for 1 minute. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Transfer the Brussels sprouts to a serving dish. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure sprouts brown instead of steam. Pat Brussels sprouts dry before cooking for better crispiness. Adjust sriracha amount to taste to control heat level. Maple syrup glaze can burn if heat is too high; cook on medium to medium-low heat.

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Keywords: Brussels sprouts, sriracha, maple syrup, bacon, easy side dish, weeknight dinner, spicy, sweet, savory

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