Brussels Sprouts With Bacon Jam
Brussels Sprouts With Bacon Jam is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-low, stirring occasionally, until brown and crisp, about 15 minutes.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionCook bacon in a large skillet over medium-low, stirring occasionally, until brown and crisp, about 15 minutes.
Add onion and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute more.
Add sugar, apricots, vinegar, and 1/4 cup water and bring to a boil, stirring.
Add thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf and simmer until liquid is syrupy, 8–10 minutes.
Remove herb sprigs and let bacon mixture cool.
Transfer to food processor and pulse to a chunky purée.
Season with salt and pepper.
Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil and prep a bowl of ice water.
Add Brussels sprouts and cook until bright green, 1 minute.
Drain and transfer to ice water to cool.
Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
Heat oil in a large skillet.
Add Brussels sprouts, garlic, and thyme and cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender and browned in spots, about 5 minutes.
Discard garlic and thyme.
Arrange Brussels sprouts cut-side up on a serving tray and spoon about 1 tsp. bacon jam onto each.
Spear each Brussels sprout half with a toothpick and serve.
Bacon jam can be made up to 5 days ahead.
Refrigerate in an airtight container and return to room temperature before serving.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.