Crispy Brussels Recipe
bacon lardon, lemon aioli, pistachio crumb, citrus zest
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Ingredients
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Brussels Sprouts
Lemon Aioli
Pistachio Crumb
Method
Preparation of Brussels Sprouts
- 1
Prepare Brussels Sprouts
Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any yellow or damaged leaves. Cut them in half lengthwise.
- 2
Cook Bacon Lardons
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon lardons until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
- 3
Lemon Aioli Preparation
- 4
Make Lemon Aioli
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined. Adjust the salt to taste and set aside.
Pistachio Crumb Preparation
- 5
Prepare Pistachio Crumb
In a food processor, pulse together pistachios and breadcrumbs until crumbly. Drizzle with olive oil and add salt; pulse again until combined.
Assembly
- 6
Combine and Serve
Once the Brussels sprouts are crispy, mix them with the cooked bacon lardons. Serve with lemon aioli drizzled on top and sprinkle with the pistachio crumb. Add extra lemon zest if desired.