This Crispy Brussel Sprouts Recipe is bursting with texture and flavor! Brussel Sprouts with Bacon are sauteed into a crispy, fragrant side dish to savor.
Add pancetta and olive oil to a saucepan over medium heat. Allow to brown while tossing in half the pan.
Add brussels sprouts face down leaving space between. (Brown side down for color and caramelization.)
Salt and pepper and shallots over the top.
Once they brown, stir it all together and add butter.
Add vinegar and sugar stirring. Do not burn sugar. Allow vinegar to cook off until sauce thickens.
Oven Roasted Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Place a rimmed baking sheet on bottom rack of oven; preheat to 450°. Toss brussels sprouts and oil in a large bowl; season with salt and black pepper.
Carefully remove your hot baking sheet from oven. Using tongs, arrange brussels cut side down on baking sheet. Roast brussels on bottom rack until soft and brown, 20–25 minutes.
Meanwhile, add the rest of your ingredients (minus the butter) in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook pancetta and scallions, stirring often, until sauce begins to deepen in color.
Return saucepan to medium heat, add butter and cook, whisking constantly, until the agrodolce glaze is thickened.
Transfer brussels sprouts to a large bowl. Add glaze and pine nuts (if you're using them) and toss to combine. They're ready to serve!
Notes
Add pine nuts before serving for a little extra added crunch.