Deep Fried Bacon Recipe
Choose between our 10 oz. USDA Certified Angus Beef ® or our Succulent Cherry Wood Smoked Bacon deep fried in Tempura Batter. Finished with a Chocolate Sauce drizzle.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Chocolate Sauce
Oil for Frying
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Prepare the Bacon
If using USDA Certified Angus Beef, cut the beef into strips or leave it whole as desired. For Cherry Wood Smoked Bacon, cut the bacon strips into halves or thirds depending on size preference.
- 2
Mix the Tempura Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine the tempura batter mix with cold water. Whisk until smooth and there are no lumps. The batter should be thick enough to coat the bacon but not too thick.
Frying Process
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep frying pan or pot, pour in the vegetable oil and heat it over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.
- 4
Batter the Bacon
Dip each piece of prepared bacon into the tempura batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 5
Fry the Bacon
Carefully place the battered bacon into the hot oil, a few pieces at a time, to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Making the Chocolate Sauce
- 6
Prepare the Chocolate Sauce
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream. Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- 7
Drizzle the Sauce
Once the bacon is fried and drained, drizzle the warm chocolate sauce over the crispy bacon pieces before serving.
Serving
- 8
Serve the Deep Fried Bacon
Arrange the deep-fried bacon on a serving platter and serve immediately while hot, with extra chocolate sauce on the side for dipping if desired.