Sweet and salty Coconut Bacon

Perfect for adding to salads, sandwiches, dips or just to eat on its own.

INGREDIENTS

3 cups large, unsweetened coconut flakes (not regular shredded coconut!)

3 tablespoons tamari soy sauce (or other soy sauce)

2 ½ tablespoons liquid smoke 

1 ½ tablespoons maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 175C.

Line a half-sheet pan or large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper (optional). Measure the coconut flakes out onto the baking sheet.

Drizzle the coconut flakes with tamari, liquid smoke and maple syrup. Mix well.

Spread the flakes into an even layer on the parchment paper.

Bake on the middle rack for 12 to 14 minutes, flipping halfway, until flakes are mostly dry and turning golden on the edges. (Keep an eye on the coconut as it can go from golden brown to deep burnt brown fairly quickly. For softer bacon, you’ll probably only need to bake for 12 minutes, for crispy bacon, aim for 14.) The coconut flakes will further crisp up as they cool.

Let the “bacon” cool, then use it immediately or transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Coconut bacon keeps well in the freezer for several months. No need to defrost!

Recipe notes:

Inspired and adapted from Cookie + kate https://cookieandkate.com/2014/how-to-make-coconut-bacon/