Caramelized Maple Brussel Sprouts

Caramelized brussel sprouts with maple syrup and bacon will add a new dimension to brussel sprouts you grew up with. Magically browning these little cabbages removes the bitterness of the vegetable. Add steak spice, bacon and maple flavors and these little cabbages will be thoroughly enjoyed at the table!

Caramelized Maple Brussel Sprouts Taste: Balanced, green, caramelized notes
Caramelized Maple Brussel Sprouts Texture: al dente

Caramelized Maple Brussel Sprouts

Caramelized maple brussel sprouts adds a completely new dimension to the brussel sprouts your grew up with. You'll be delighted to enjoy these little cabbages at the table.

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Course Vegetable

Equipment

• Frying pan with lid

Ingredients

  

• Drizzle of vegetable oil
• 1 lb or 3 cups brussel sprouts trimmed and cut in half lengthwise
• 2 tablespoons bacon bits
• 1-2 tablespoons steak spice rub I like Blues Hog Bold & Beefy
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Instructions

 

• Heat frying pan on medium heat with drizzle of vegetable oil.
• Once oil is shimmering, place brussel sprouts cut side down onto the pan.
• Place lid on top of the frying pan, until brussel sprouts show a bright green colour, about 5 minutes.
  
• Remove the lid and allow the brussel sprouts on pan surface to caramelize a brown color, about 2-5 minutes.
• Turn brussel sprouts to caramelize the rounded side of the brussel sprouts, about 5 minutes.
  
• Add bacon to the pan and generously sprinkle with steak rub and drizzle maple syrup.
• Toss to combine. Serve hot.

Keyword bacon, Blues Hog, Bold & Beefy, brussel sprouts, cabbage, maple syrup, spice rub, steak rub