Have you heard of Millionaire’s Bacon?
Basically it’s candied bacon that’s been coated in sugar and spices and it turns out to be the most decadent treat imaginable. This low-carb version, or Keto Millionaire's Bacon if you will, is sugar free but just as delicious. It makes a great protein and fat filled snack that still satisfies your sweet tooth.
Preparation timeHands-on: 10 minutes Overall: 50 minutes
| Total Carbs | 1.1 | grams |
| Fiber | 0.2 | grams |
| Net Carbs | 0.9 | grams |
| Protein | 8.7 | grams |
| Fat | 14.2 | grams |
| of which Saturated | 4.7 | grams |
| Energy | 166 | kcal |
| Magnesium | 12 | mg (3% RDA) |
| Potassium | 140 | mg (7% EMR) |
Macronutrient ratio: Calories from carbs (2%), protein (21%), fat (77%)
Ingredients (makes 8 servings)- 1 lb thick cut bacon slices (450 g)
- ⅓ cup granulated Erythritol or Swerve (67 g/ 2.3 oz)
- ¼ cup tamari or coconut aminos (60 ml/ 2 fl oz)
- ¼ tsp Chinese five spice
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- fresh ground black pepper
Note: Tamari is gluten-free soy sauce made from fermented soy (always double-check it's gluten-free). Just like natto and tempeh, it's a type of soy products that can be used in moderation.
Instructions- Preheat the oven to 400 F/ 200 C and place a rack over a aluminum foil lined baking sheet. Place the bacon in a single layer on the rack.
- Whisk together the tamari with the spices then pour the mix into the Swerve and mix together.
- Brush the mixture over both sides of the bacon then roast for 40-45 minutes until crispy. Allow to cool before serving.
- Store the bacon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat by placing it under the broiler for 3-4 minutes.
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