Smoked Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
These Smoked Brussels Sprouts with Bacon are crisp on the outside, tender in the center, and packed with smoky, savory flavor. Cooked on a pellet grill (or any smoker) with simple ingredients like bacon, garlic, and seasoning, this easy side dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, BBQs, or holiday meals.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 198kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts cleaned, trimmed, and halved
- 6 slices bacon diced
- ½ cup red onion diced
- ½ teaspoon garlic finely minced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: balsamic vinegar or maple syrup for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the smoker. Preheat your pellet grill or smoker to 250°F.
- Prep the Brussels sprouts. Rinse the Brussels sprouts under cold water. Trim the ends, remove any damaged outer leaves, and cut larger sprouts in half.
- Cook the bacon and onions. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bacon and cook until it just starts to brown and render fat. Add the red onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion starts to soften.
- Season. Add the Brussels sprouts to the skillet. Sprinkle with sea salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss everything together to evenly coat.
- Smoke. Place the skillet directly on the smoker grates. Smoke for 1 hour, stirring halfway through.
- Crisp the edges. Increase the smoker temperature to 350°F and cook for another 10-15 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts are tender with crispy edges.
- Finish and serve. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar or maple syrup, if using, and serve warm.
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Notes
- For the best texture, make sure the Brussels sprouts are fully dry before cooking.
- Use thick-cut bacon for more flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pan; use a large skillet or an aluminum pan, or cook in two pans if needed.
- A cast-iron skillet helps create better browning and crispy edges on the smoker.
- For a sweet-savory twist, drizzle with balsamic vinegar or maple syrup during the last 10 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 830mg | Potassium: 548mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 869IU | Vitamin C: 98mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 2mg
