Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 5 slices bacon (cut into 1/2-inch pieces (6 oz.; 171g))
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic ((1-2 cloves))
  • 1/2 cup (47g) sliced almonds
  • 7 and 1/2 cups large Brussels sprouts (trimmed and quartered (2 lbs before being trimmed; ~1.8 lbs; 657g AFTER being trimmed))
  • 2 tablespoons regular soy sauce
  • Fine sea salt and ground pepper

Instruction

  • BACON: Dice bacon into 1/2-inch pieces (this is easiest with very cold bacon and a sharp knife!). Fry the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until the fat renders and the bacon is crisp. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool for about 5 minutes.
  • DRAIN BACON FAT: If there is more than 1 tablespoon bacon fat, pour it off from the skillet (See Note 1).
  • OIL, GARLIC AND ALMONDS: Once the skillet is cool, return it to medium heat. Add the olive oil, garlic, and almonds and sauté over low heat until the garlic is fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Add the trimmed and quartered Brussels sprouts and the soy sauce.
  • COOK: Cook, stirring frequently, until the sprouts are tender, about 6-8 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper (I add 1/4 teaspoon of each).
  • ADD BACON: Stir in the bacon and serve warm.