Vickys Aubergine / Eggplant 'Bacon' Recipe

Name: Vickys Aubergine / Eggplant 'Bacon'
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium aubergine / eggplant; 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce - see my gluten-free link below; 1 tbsp water; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tbsp olive oil plus extra for greasing; 1 tsp liquid smoke; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1 pinch chilli powder

Servings: persons

1
Cut the aubergine lengthwise into quarters
2
Now thinly slice each quarter lengthwise.
3
A mandolin slicer is perfect for this but watch your fingers, they're lethal!
4
Lay the strips on a kitchen towel and salt generously.
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Don't worry, the salt is just to draw the bitter juices out.
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You'll notice that beads of liquid start to form on the tops of each strip.
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You won't be eating all that salt.
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Leave the strips sitting for at least 30 minutes
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After the 30 minutes, rinse off the salt and pat dry with fresh kitchen towel
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Meanwhile preheat the oven to gas 7 / 210C / 425F and line a baking tray with parchment paper
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Brush both sides of each strip with oil and place on the baking tray
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Cook for 7 minutes on each side, a total of 14 minutes in the oven
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Remove from the oven and set aside to cool a bit while you make the marinade
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Turn the oven heat down to gas 4 / 180C / 350F and set a wire rack above the lined baking tray
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Mix the marinade ingredients together well
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Dip each aubergine slice in the marinade then place on the wire rack
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Bake for a further 12 minutes or until crisp
18
Remove and let cool again
19
Great chopped up in salads and in BLT sandwiches!

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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 medium aubergine / eggplant, 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce - see my gluten-free link below, 1 tbsp water, and more.

Yes, Vickys Aubergine / 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!

Vickys Aubergine / Eggplant 'Bacon'

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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