Carrot Bacon

Name: Carrot Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 1 large carrot; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon liquid smoke; 2 tablespoons olive oil

Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 5 min./batch

Yield 12 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This carrot bacon is smoky, sweet and savory. The strips are fried to a delicate crisp, making them an ideal crunchy addition to all kinds of meals.

Ingredients

1 large carrot
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon liquid smoke
2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

With a mandoline or vegetable peeler, cut carrot into long, thin strips. In a shallow bowl, whisk maple syrup, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and liquid smoke. Dip carrot slices into syrup mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook carrot slices in batches until browned, 4-6 minutes, turning once.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 32 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 29mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

This vegan bacon recipe is a must for any meatless eater! You won't believe how similar it is to the real thing. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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