Coconut Bacon

We all love the taste of bacon but bacon doesn’t always love us…

Hopefully, there is a few “bacon like” alternatives that can help us quench our need for delicious bacon while respecting our diet!  Today, I’m presenting you a personal favourite: Coconut Bacon!  You can easily take this same recipe and use thin slices of almonds instead if you’re not a fan of coconut.  Take note that the end result might taste a slight different, there is something with the soft texture of the coconut flakes that really remind you of real bacon while almond bacon will keep a harder, crunchier texture.

Although, both version are delicious but….. my favourite is really coconut!

Enjoy this recipe!

Coconut Bacon

 

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Author: ZestyandSpicy.com

Cuisine: Vegetarian & Vegan

Ingredients

• 1 cup of coconut "chips"
• 2 teaspoons of smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoons of paprika
• ½ teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon of red miso paste
• 2 tablespoons of maple syrup
• ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. - Pre-heat the oven at 300, line a parchment paper on a baking sheet. Reserve.
2. - In a mixing bowl, toss all the ingredients together and mix well, with a spoon, for a good minute or two making sure everything is well coated with spices and maple syrup.
3. - Transfer on the parchment paper and cook in the oven for 12 minutes.
4. - Remove the from the oven, the "bacon" should still be soft at the touch. Move the parchment paper over on the counter and let cool down.
5. - Once cool down, break the big pieces in smaller pieces. Place in a plastic bag and keep outside the fridge for about a week or two.
6. - ...IF it become too soft again, give it a little boost in the oven for 3-4 minutes at 350.

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