Description
Spicy-sweet brussels sprouts with crispy bacon elevate humble vegetables into a mouthwatering side dish that sizzles with flavor. Crisp bacon and caramelized sprouts create an irresistible combination you won’t be able to stop eating.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1 pound (454 grams) brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
Protein:
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even roasting.
- Thoroughly coat Brussels sprouts with olive oil, seasoning with salt and pepper in a large mixing bowl, ensuring complete coverage.
- Distribute the seasoned Brussels sprouts across the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, allowing space between each sprout for optimal crispiness.
- Scatter diced bacon pieces evenly over the Brussels sprouts, spreading them to promote uniform cooking.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through to guarantee golden-brown edges and crispy bacon.
- While roasting, whisk together honey, hot sauce, and smoked paprika to create a vibrant, spicy-sweet glaze.
- Remove the roasted Brussels sprouts and bacon from the oven, then generously drizzle the hot honey mixture over the top.
- Gently toss the sprouts to ensure every piece is coated with the glossy, spicy-sweet glaze.
- Return to the oven for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the glaze to caramelize and intensify the flavors.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy, showcasing the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and spicy elements.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting hot sauce quantity, using mild or spicy varieties for personal preference.
- Use turkey bacon or plant-based bacon alternatives for lower-fat or vegetarian dietary modifications.
- Ensure Brussels sprouts are similar in size for even roasting, preventing burning or undercooked sections.
- Pat Brussels sprouts dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crispiness and better caramelization during roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg