Szechuan Maple Syrup, Crispy Bacon Recipe
Make Szechuan Maple Syrup, Crispy Bacon Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Szechuan Maple Syrup
Crispy Bacon
Method
Szechuan Maple Syrup
- 1
Prepare the Szechuan Maple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup, Szechuan peppercorns, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red chili flakes.
- 2
Cook the Syrup Mixture
Heat the saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture comes to a gentle simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- 3
Strain the Syrup
After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat and strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove the peppercorns and garlic bits. Set aside.
Crispy Bacon
- 4
Prepare the Bacon
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- 5
Arrange the Bacon Strips
Place the bacon strips in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle black pepper over the strips.
- 6
Bake the Bacon
Bake the bacon in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until crispy to your liking.
- 7
Glaze with Maple Syrup
In the last 5 minutes of baking, drizzle the maple syrup over the crispy bacon to glaze it. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- 8
Remove and Drain
Once done, remove the bacon from the oven and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess grease.
