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    Home » Recipes » Keto Side Dishes

    Published: Dec 6, 2019 · Modified: Oct 1, 2020 by Jennifer Banz · This post may contain affiliate links

    Fried Radishes with Crispy Bacon

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    This Fried Radishes with Crispy Bacon Recipe is a healthy alternative if you're craving those starchy potatoes! Simple seasonings with bacon make for a perfect blend of flavors. Whether you use it for a savory side dish or an over the top breakfast...this recipe will be a must have for your table!

    radishes with bacon in a cast iron skillet

    If you're like me, you do miss potatoes from time to time.. but let's face it, that's a lot of carbs!!

    Now with my Fried Radishes with Crispy Bacon Recipe you can have a healthier alternative!

    I know, you think radishes? Once you fry these bad boy's up, the flavor isn't as sharp as a raw radish. Trust me!

    You're going to love this 30 minutes recipe! Perfect for a savory side dish along with cauliflower mashed potatoes or roasted mushrooms.

    Let's get started!

    THE BEST WAY TO COOK RADISHES

    First let's prep your bacon. Chop up the bacon slices.  I like to use thick cut bacon for this fried radish recipe, but you can use any bacon you like.

    bacon slices being chopped up on a green cutting board

    Now your radishes. Cut your radishes into quarter size chunks.  Cut off any green stems as well.

    cutting radishes into quarter size chunks on a green cutting board

    Okay, now that's done.

    Add the bacon to a large skillet over medium heat.

    Cook the bacon until it is about halfway cooked, stirring occasionally.  You want your bacon to look like this before you add your radishes to the pan.

    bacon in a skillet over medium heat

    Add in the quartered radishes and garlic powder.

    radishes with bacon being fried in a skillet

    Continue to cook until the fried radishes are fork tender and the bacon is crispy. This will take about 10 minutes.

    Add the balsamic vinegar to the pan and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve and fall in love with this healthy potato substitute! Yummy!

    pan fried radishes with crispy bacon in a skillet

    ARE RADISHES KETO?

    I know it seems like these would not be keto because they are so potato like.

    The truth is, radishes only have 8 net carbs per pound.  That is fantastic!

    Some other noteworthy side dishes that pair well with these fried radishes:

    • Keto Mexican Cornbread - this recipe has jalapeños but you could leave them out for a more traditional cornbread.
    • Keto Garlic Bread - this bread has so much garlic butter flavor...you will be surprised it is keto!
    • Brussels sprouts in the air fryer - These get so crispy and I show you how to make them from frozen Brussels sprouts!
    Did you make this pan fried radish Recipe?  Tag me on Instagram so I can see! @lowcarbwithjennifer
    pan fried radishes with crispy bacon in a skillet

    Pan Fried Radishes with Crispy Bacon - 4 Net Carbs!

    This fried radishes with crispy bacon recipe is a healthy alternative if you're craving those starchy potatoes! Simple seasonings with bacon make for a perfect blend of flavors. Whether you use it for a savory side dish or an over the top breakfast...this recipe will be a must have for your table!
    5 from 15 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 78
    Author: Jennifer Banz

    Ingredients

    • 5 Slices bacon, chopped
    • 1 Pound Whole radishes, quartered
    • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
    • 2 Tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
    • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
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    Instructions

    • Add the bacon to a large skillet over medium heat.
    • Cook the bacon until it is about halfway cooked, stirring occasionally.
    • Add in the quartered radishes and garlic powder.
    • Continue to cook until the radishes are fork tender and the bacon is crispy. This will take about 10 minutes.
    • Add the balsamic vinegar to the pan and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spatula.
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

    Jennifer's tips

    • You want to be sure to add the radishes before the bacon gets too far along.  It should still be pretty fatty.  If you add the radishes to the pan too late, the bacon will burn before the radishes are cooked all of the way through.
    Servings: 4

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 78 | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g

    Nutrition is provided as a courtesy only. Please re-calculate on your own with the ingredients and amounts you used for the most accurate data.

    Keyword :gluten free, keto radishes, pan fried radishes, recipe for fried radishes, sauteed radishes

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    1. Peggy T says

      November 20, 2022 at 3:09 pm

      I made this dish today with radishes and was very pleased. I cook lunch every Sunday for my family and they all liked the Pan Fried Radishes. This is a keeper. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    2. Ann T. says

      June 17, 2022 at 4:31 pm

      Just made this bacon & radishes.I followed the recipe to a "T"and it is absolutely delicious!!! Thanks for another great recipe Jennifer!!Now I can't wait to have it also in the a.m. with my eggs. Yumm!!

      Reply
    3. M says

      December 22, 2021 at 5:26 pm

      Looks like a good use for the 2 lb Korean radishes I grew this year! Thanks!

      Reply
    4. Laura Bramlett says

      October 30, 2021 at 5:57 am

      5 stars
      I sautéed some Brussel sprouts with the radish, since I only had about half of what the recipe called for. It was delicious. Also used chopped garlic instead of powdered. It’s as keeper.

      Reply
    5. Dorania Mato says

      March 17, 2021 at 8:15 pm

      5 stars
      I love this dish, followbyour instructions to the T, amazing like having potatoes. Nice chance for a side dish

      Reply
    6. Shirley Hill says

      February 18, 2021 at 5:30 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is a keeper. Yum! I used fresh minced4 cloves of garlic. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    7. Twyla Lindemann says

      December 22, 2020 at 12:50 pm

      I sauted some onion in the bacon fat, and man was that delicious. Maybe more net carbs but it’s worth it.

      Reply
    8. Gretchen says

      November 19, 2020 at 11:29 am

      5 stars
      They don't taste like potatoes to me, but they are delicious! Thanks for the recipe, definitely pinning it to make again in the future. I didn't think I'd like the addition of the vinegar, but it really perfected it!

      Reply
    9. Rebecca says

      November 11, 2020 at 8:38 pm

      5 stars
      When I came across this recipe a week ago I thought, “What? Cooked radishes? Who does that??” The more I thought about it, the more curious I became. I just made it and it is SO GOOD!! They don’t taste like radishes, and the balsamic vinegar is such a wonderful touch. It doesn’t taste vinegary at all. I can’t even describe the yummy taste that it adds. Thank you for this recipe and broadening my keto horizons.

      Reply
    10. Judy says

      September 14, 2020 at 5:53 pm

      5 stars
      Sooo good! It didn’t have a radish taste, very close to potato. The bacon made it awesome! My husband didn’t believe it till he tasted it

      Reply
    11. Patricia says

      June 30, 2020 at 1:14 pm

      Can you substitute the balsamic vinegar with something else?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        July 10, 2020 at 8:41 am

        You could leave it out

        Reply
    12. Mary says

      June 27, 2020 at 7:05 pm

      5 stars
      I made this today.....so yummy. There’s a little left so I might panfry an egg with these for breakfast. Thank you for your tasty recipes.

      Reply
    13. Victoria says

      April 24, 2020 at 4:50 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious.

      Reply
    14. Jessie says

      January 14, 2020 at 1:08 am

      5 stars
      Fantastic! Husband didn’t believe they weren't tators. I removed bacon & added back in to serve because I cannot smell & worry about burning. Next time I’ll try it with balsamic vinegar since I was out. Still great tasting.

      Reply
    15. Amber says

      December 27, 2019 at 8:58 am

      5 stars
      I have never cooked radishes this way and am so pumped to try it out! Looks so delicious and it has bacon in it so it must be good! Right?

      Reply
    16. Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer says

      December 26, 2019 at 2:47 pm

      5 stars
      OMG I am seriously LOVING this recipe big time! I love radishes and bacon. I never thought to skillet-fry them. This is definitely on the menu this weekend!

      And side note - totally in love with your pan too!

      Reply

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