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Brussels sprouts are a nutritional powerhouse, offering an array of health benefits. They are rich in fibre, aiding digestion and promoting a feeling of fullness, thus supporting overall digestive health.
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Furthermore, they are an excellent source of vitamin C, an essential antioxidant that boosts the immune system and promotes healthy skin. Additionally, Brussels sprouts boast a significant amount of vitamin K, vital for proper blood clotting and bone health. Moreover, they contain valuable minerals such as potassium, manganese, and iron, contributing to various physiological functions in the body.
Brussels sprouts also contain compounds known as glucosinolates, which have been linked to potential cancer-fighting properties. These compounds, when broken down during digestion, release bioactive substances that may help inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
In this recipe, their flavours blend harmoniously with the smoky essence of bacon.
It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making dietary changes. Scroll to see the full macros and allergens for Brussels Sprouts in Bacon Butter dish. Further down, you will also see all the Side dishes on Fats of Life®.
Brussels Sprouts in Bacon Butter
Per serving
Ingredients
- 350 g (12.4 oz) Brussels sprouts (trimmed weight), sliced
- 120 g (4.2 oz) streaky smoked bacon, chopped small
- 60 g (2.1 oz) unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped
- sea salt flakes
- white pepper
Instructions
- Have all your ingredients prepped and ready. (I used a 500g (17.6oz) packet of Brussels sprouts and after trimming off and discarding the hard ends and outer leaves, I was left with 350g.)
- Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. Add the sliced Brussels sprouts and cook for 1 minute only. You will notice they turn bright green. Immediately drain in a colander and set aside to steam off.
- In the meantime, melt half the butter in a large wok or pan and fry the bacon and garlic over moderately low heat until the bacon has safely cooked through. You will know because you have likely stolen a fatty piece or two straight from the pan like I do (cook's privilege, right?).
- Stir regularly as you don't want the garlic to burn.
- Increase the heat to moderately high and add the remaining half of butter to the pan. The idea is not to cook the bacon to crispy as most people love because that's not what I wanted to do in this recipe. However, you can if you want to but keep an eye on the garlic - it turns bitter when burnt.
- Once the butter has completely melted, tip in the drained Brussels sprouts and stir well to combine and warm the sprouts through again.
- Season with salt and ground white pepper and serve immediately.
My name is Monya Kilian Palmer. If you loved this recipe, please follow and tag me @mkilianpalmer on Instagram so we can all see your lovely creations!
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Nutritional Information per servingCalories            116Kcal / 485kJ
Fat                7.6g
Carbohydrates       4g
Protein             7.9g
Allergens
Milk
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Drop me a line if you have any questions or comments about this recipe. I will do my best to reply as soon as possible! Monya xxx