Cblt Recipe
a fresh take on a classic! toasted hoagie roll filled with house-made, thick-cut candied chile pepper bacon, shredded lettuce, freshly sliced tomatoes & chili crisp aioli.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Candied Bacon
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar and chili powder. Dredge each slice of bacon in the sugar mixture and lay them out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- 2
Bake the Bacon
Bake the bacon for 20-25 minutes or until crispy and caramelized, turning halfway through. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
- 3
Prepare the Aioli
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and chili crisp. Mix well and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Assemble the Sandwich
Slice the hoagie rolls in half and toast them until golden. Spread a generous amount of chili crisp aioli on both sides of the roll. Layer the shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and candied bacon inside the roll.
- 5
Serve
Close the sandwich and serve immediately, with extra aioli on the side if desired.
