Shredded Sprouts with Pancetta
What better way to get brussels sprouts down than with pancetta through it!
Nutrition (per serving)
Ingredients
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olive oil1 tablespoon
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pancetta lardons200 g
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brussel sprouts500 g
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pine nuts80 g
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butter1 Knob
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nutmeg0.5 tsp
Method
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Remove the outer leaves and stalks of the Brussel sprouts.
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Using a sharp knife, finely slice the brussels so they are shredded.
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In a large frying pan heat the olive oil and add the pancetta lardons.
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Cook the lardons until nice and golden and then add in the shredded brussel sprouts and pine nuts. Cook for around 4-5 minutes until the brussel sprouts have softened but still have some bite. Add the knob of butter, nutmeg, season with salt and pepper and remove from the heat.
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Remove from the heat and leave to cool.
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Ready to freeze
Once cool, pour the mix into freezer bags and store flat in the freezer.
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Ready to Eat
Remove from the freezer and leave to defrost. Once fully defrosted heat through in the microwave for 2-3 until piping hot.
Definitely going to try these.
I have never, ever, left a comment anywhere, I can’t usually be bothered but 1. I flippin LOVE the Batch Lady and 2. I’ve just made this and it’s AMAZING….I made it to freeze for Christmas but I seriously don’t think it’ll last that long, I was eating it by the spoonful straight from the frying pan 🙂 Omg it’s soooooo good, forget Christmas, I’m gunna be cooking this all year round. Smashed it again, thank you Batch Lady 🙂 x
Thank you Laura, that is so lovely to hear! They are fab arent they, my fave! x
First time making any veg for Christmas. At 29 years old I’m a bit late to the game! I am so glad I found the Batch Lady. I was nervous with timings so prepping and freezing stuff in advance gave me some comfort that I wouldn’t be under too much pressure on the day. These brussel sprouts went down sooooo well. I was told by my sister in law these were the nicest sprouts she ever had which was amazing feedback to get! Will definitely make these again next year!!
Aww brilliant, that is lovely to hear!
I would love to try this however we don’t have a microwave. How would I reheat on Christmas Day? Many thanks, Lucy
You can reheat in a frying pan for a couple of minutes. Enjoy!
Newbie question: are bacon lardons the same as pancetta lardons? I can’t find pancetta in my Tesco.
Yes they work just the same! Enjoy x
I’ve just batched this up ready for Christmas this year. I was not the biggest fan or brussels I must admit however – I had a little sample and can confirm I have been converted to Brussels sprouts! This recipe tastes insane!! The combination of textures just adds to how amazing it tastes, I cannot wait to dish it out to the rest of the family in a few weeks time!
Yay that is great to hear! I love them too!
I’m on sprouts this year and will be making them today in advance of Christmas on Sunday 🎉🎉 batch lady for the win!!
Thanks for this recipe! Can you replace the lardons with ordinary bacon?
Yes of course, not a problem! Enjoy x
Do they have to be shredded? Or will this work ok if left as full it halved Brussels sprouts?
Thanks
This will work with halved sprouts too, it will just take a little longer to cook 🙂