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Gordon Ramsay Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta Recipe

Gordon Ramsay Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta Recipe

My Gordon Ramsay-style Brussels sprouts with pancetta recipe — halved and seared until caramelised, finished with crisp pancetta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: British
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 150 g pancetta diced
  • 500 g Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
  • 2 garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and black pepper

Method
 

  1. Crisp pancetta in a cold pan 6–8 minutes. Remove, keeping fat.
  2. Sear sprouts cut-side down in oil and fat 5–6 minutes without moving.
  3. Turn, cook 4–5 minutes more.
  4. Add garlic, cook 1 minute.
  5. Return pancetta, add balsamic vinegar, toss.
  6. Season, serve immediately.

Notes

Sear cut-side down without moving for the best caramelisation.
Avoid boiling the sprouts, which causes bitterness and a sulphurous smell.
Don’t overcrowd the pan, or the sprouts will steam.
Add the balsamic vinegar at the end for balance.