Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

Elevate your meal with Balsamic Sautéed Brussels Sprouts. This perfect side dish is quick, healthy, and bursting with flavor. Make this easy recipe as is or customize it to include crispy bacon, fresh herbs and more.

– 1 lb Brussels sprouts – 2 tablespoon avocado oil – ½ teaspoon salt – ¼ teaspoon black pepper – 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

INGREDIENTS

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1.

Start by trimming the ends of the Brussels sprouts and cutting them in half lengthwise. Large sprouts can be cut into quarters.

Prepare the Brussels Sprouts

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2.

In a large skillet or frying pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Make sure the oil is evenly distributed across the pan.

Heat the Oil

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Once the oil is hot (but not smoking), carefully add the halved Brussels sprouts to the pan, placing them cut side down in a single layer and reduce to medium heat. Sprinkle with seasonings and cover pan with a lid.

Cook.

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4.

Let the Brussels sprouts cook, undisturbed, for about 6-8 minutes, allowing them to start to caramelize. By the end of this time, the flat sides should be starting to get golden brown.

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After the initial cooking time, remove the lid and give the Brussels sprouts a gentle stir.

Stir.

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Pour the vinegar directly into the pan and then cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, uncovered over medium low heat

Add Balsamic Vinegar.

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7.

Stir

Stir to coat the sprouts with the reduced vinegar and remove from heat.

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8.

Serve!

MAKE IT YOUR OWN

– Maple: Enhance the sweetness of this quick side dish by drizzling 1 tablespoon of maple syrup over the sprouts during the final minute of cooking. – Bacon: Start by frying up 4 strips of bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon, crumble it, and set it aside. In the same pan, cook the Brussels sprouts in the remaining bacon drippings in place of the avocado oil. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top just before serving.

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