Cherry-wood Smoked Bacon Recipe
Make Cherry-wood Smoked Bacon Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak Cherry-Wood Chips
Place the cherry-wood chips in a bowl of water. Allow them to soak for at least 30 minutes before using. This helps create smoke when the chips are heated.
- 2
Prepare Bacon
While the wood chips soak, lay out the thick-cut bacon strips on a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to cut the bacon strips in half if desired.
- 3
Mix Seasoning
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, black pepper, sea salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Mix well to create a seasoning blend.
- 4
Season Bacon
Rub the seasoning blend evenly over both sides of each bacon strip. Make sure to coat them well for maximum flavor.
Smoking
- 5
- 6
Add Wood Chips
Once the smoker is preheated, drain the soaked cherry-wood chips and add them to the smoker box or directly onto the coals.
- 7
Smoke the Bacon
Place the seasoned bacon strips on the grill grate, ensuring they are not touching. Close the lid and smoke the bacon for about 2 to 3 hours, or until it reaches your desired level of smokiness and crispness.
Finishing
- 8
Check for Doneness
After 2 hours, check the bacon for doneness. If it’s not crispy enough, continue to smoke, checking every 15 minutes.
- 9
Remove and Cool
Once done, remove the bacon from the smoker and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.