Description
A delicious and savory recipe featuring caramelized Brussels sprouts cooked to perfection in a cast-iron skillet and tossed with rich, flavorful bacon jam. This quick stovetop dish combines the natural sweetness of caramelized sprouts with the smoky, sweet essence of bacon jam for a perfect side or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Others
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup bacon jam
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Add Brussels sprouts: Place the trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts cut side down in the hot skillet in a single layer, ensuring even contact with the pan for caramelization.
- Caramelize undisturbed: Let the sprouts cook without stirring for 6-8 minutes, allowing the bottoms to develop a deep golden-brown color.
- Season and stir: Sprinkle ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper over the sprouts, then stir to combine and continue cooking on the stove for another 6-8 minutes until they are tender and caramelized on all sides.
- Add bacon jam and finish cooking: Stir in ½ cup of bacon jam, tossing the Brussels sprouts to coat them evenly. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes on the stove to meld flavors. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet such as cast iron for best caramelization results.
- Do not stir the Brussels sprouts during the initial cooking to allow proper browning.
- Bacon jam can be store-bought or homemade; it adds a smoky-sweet flavor that complements the sprouts.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially if your bacon jam is already salty.
- This dish is best served fresh and hot as a side or appetizer.
