Sizzling shredded sprouts with bacon & walnuts

servings

Serves 6 – 8 (as an accompaniment)

Perfect for converting sprout sceptics (I have proof!). Easy, quick, vibrant, nutty and delicious!

ingredients

  • 340 g (12 oz) Brussels Sprouts
  • 6 rashers streaky bacon, snipped into thin strips ●
  • olive oil
  • a knob of butter
  • a handful of roughly chopped walnuts
  • walnut oil (optional)

directions

  1. 1. Slice off any brown bits from the base of the sprouts and shred them using the slicer blade of a food processor. Set aside.
  2. 2. Dry-fry the strips of bacon in a wok or large frying pan until golden and crispy.
  3. 3. Add a little olive oil and a good knob of butter and when hot, add the sprouts, a handful at a time, and stir until they have just wilted and turned a vibrant bright green colour. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then remove from the heat, add the walnuts, an extra knob of butter and a swirl of walnut oil, if using. Serve immediately.