Bacon and brussel sprouts are made for eachother and in the Instant Pot, they can be made in just minutes! A simple and easy side dish thats full of flavor and greens. Yum!
Wash your brussel sprouts and cut them in half if desired. (Recommended for much larger brussel sprouts, but any the size of a quarter or smaller will end up mushy if sliced).
Place your brussel sprouts and water in the Instant Pot and close it up.
Set to HIGH pressure for 2 or 3 minutes. If you want them slightly more crisp, 2 minutes is great. If you want them really tender, 3 minutes is perfect.
When the time is up, manually release the pressure.
Remove the brussels and drain out the remaining water.
Set the Instant Pot to Saute Mode and set the timer for 10 minutes.
Add your olive oil, chopped onion, and bacon to the pot. Stir until cooked to your liking. I like mine soft, but you can make yours more crisp.
Add in the garlic, salt, pepper, and stir. Add the brussels back into the pot and stir to combine.
Turn off Instant Pot and place brussel sprouts in a serving bowl or on a plate. Serve warm.
Notes
Brussels sprouts come in various sizes, from small to large. For small sprouts, don't slice them in half to prevent quick mushiness. Large sprouts can be sliced in half and cooked for 2 minutes in the Instant Pot for a firm yet tender texture.To prepare Brussels sprouts, wash, trim the hard ends, remove loose or discolored outer leaves, rinse in a colander, and slice as needed.You can prepare Brussels sprouts a day ahead by slicing, washing, and storing them in an airtight container. You can also make this side dish in advance and reheat it by roasting for about 5 minutes at 400°F.