Eggplant "Bacon" Recipe

Name: Eggplant "Bacon"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup tamari or soy sauce; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon Coarsely ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring (optional); 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 eggplants, trimmed

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment pepper.
2
Cut eggplants in quarters lengthwise. Slice very thinly, about 1/8 inch thick.
3
Whisk tamari, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, black pepper, liquid smoke, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper together in a large mixing bowl. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously.
4
Dip eggplant slices in brine solution and manually wipe off some of the excess. Place slices on prepared baking sheets. Reserve extra brine.
5
Bake in preheated oven about 35 minutes. Remove from oven and brush lightly with reserved brine. Bake another 15 minutes and turn slices over. Continue to bake until slices are browned and crisp, 15 to 20 more minutes. Thinner slices will be done before thicker ones, so check them occasionally and remove slices that crisp up first.

150

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup tamari or soy sauce, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 2 teaspoons smoked paprika, and more.

Yes, Eggplant "Bacon" falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Eggplant "Bacon"

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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