Guinness Sprouts
Transform your Brussels sprouts into a show-stopping side dish with this flavor-packed Guinness Sprouts recipe! Tender sprouts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a rich reduction of Guinness beer, brown sugar, and garlic, creating a glossy glaze that balances malty sweetness with savory depth. A touch of butter and olive oil enhances their caramelization, while optional crumbled bacon adds smoky, crispy decadence. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy yet elevated recipe is perfect for holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or any occasion that calls for a unique, pub-inspired twist on a classic vegetable. Serve these stunning sprouts alongside roasted meats or hearty mains for a side dish that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Brussels sprouts
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 200 milliliters Guinness beer
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 50 grams Cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any yellow or damaged outer leaves. Slice larger sprouts in half for even cooking.
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large sauté pan over medium heat until the butter melts and begins to bubble.
Add the Brussels sprouts to the pan, cut side down if halved. Let them cook undisturbed for 5 minutes, or until they develop a golden-brown sear.
Stir the sprouts and continue to cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to achieve even browning.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent it from burning.
Pour the Guinness beer into the pan and add the brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine, and bring the liquid to a gentle simmer.
Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the sprouts cook for 8–10 minutes, or until they are tender but not mushy.
Uncover the pan and increase the heat to medium. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce into a glossy glaze that coats the sprouts.
If using bacon, sprinkle the crumbled cooked bacon over the sprouts and gently toss to combine.
Serve hot as a delicious side dish, pairing wonderfully with roasted meats or hearty main courses.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
915 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.3 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.3 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 116 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 3550 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 36.8 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 305 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
