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vegan coconut bacon
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Vegan Coconut Bacon

Crunchy, salty, and decadent, vegan coconut bacon is so delicious. Add it to your pizzas, sandwiches, soups, salads, or any dish you love. Savory goodness is so easy to make.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 63kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut chips
  • 3 Tablespoons Maple Syrup
  • 3 Tablespoons Tamari or Soy Sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke

Instructions

30 MINUTES PRIOR TO COOKING

  • In an airtight container, add coconut and all other ingredients
  • Put the top on the container
  • Shake
  • Place in refrigerator for a minimum of 10 minutes, ideally 30 minutes, or overnight if planning ahead
  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • On a cookie sheet, cover with parchment paper
  • Remove coconut mixture from the refrigerator
  • Give it one last shake, and using the top drain any excess fluid
  • Place a single layer of marinated coconut on the cookie sheet
  • Use a spatula to spread a single layer, attempting to reduce a thick layer
  • Place in 350 degree oven for 10 minutes
  • Remove from oven; using a spatula, flip and move bacon around pan, still maintaining a single layer
  • Cook another ten minutes
  • Remove from oven and let cook completely.
  • Transfer to an airtight container

Notes

SUGGESTED USES
  • Pizza
  • Mac and cheese
  • Salads
  • Sandwiches
  • Soups
  • Stews
  • Baked Potatoes
  • Tofu Scramble
  • Quiche

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 256mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.3mg