Coconut Bacon

By á-30923

Satisfy your smokey,salty,savory cravings and turn coconut,carrots or beets into vegan bacon! Recipe adapted from The Sweetest Vegan
(I've also tried dding a splash of Balsamic Vinegar)

Makes 2 cups

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons coconut aminos (or soy sauce)
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons liquid smoke (mesquite,hickory or combo of both)
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon basil
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• salt to taste (if using coconut aminos instead of soy sauce)
• 2 cups large flaked coconut
• Equipment
• parchment paper
• baking sheet
• large mixing bowl

Details

Adapted from google.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350F degrees
Add all ingredients except coconut in large bowl and mix well. Then add coconut flakes and stir until evenly coated.
Spread in a thin layer onto a parchment lined baking sheet.
Bake for 25 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Keep an eye on the coconut and do not let it burn.
Remove from oven and let cool, the coconut bacon will crisp up as it cools.
If you live in a humid climate,store cooled coconut bacon in an airtight container with a silica gel pack or in the fridge.
Use coconut bacon bits as a topping for salads,baked potatoes, pancakes or your favorite dish.