Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and savory with this Smoky Maple Bacon Jerky. The marriage of maple syrup and smoky flavors creates a jerky that's crispy, chewy, and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients: 2 lbs thinly sliced bacon. 1 cup maple syrup. 1/4 cup soy sauce. 2 tsp liquid smoke. 1 tsp black pepper. 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
Instructions: To make a marinade, combine the maple syrup, soy sauce, liquid smoke, black pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl. Pour the marinade over the bacon slices and place them in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Make sure every slice has a coating. Let it marinate for four hours or overnight in the fridge. Set the temperature of your smoker to 180F 82C. After removing the bacon from the marinade, arrange it on smoker racks, allowing space between the slices to allow for adequate ventilation. Smoke the jerky for two to three hours, or until the desired crispiness is achieved. Before storing or serving the bacon jerky, let it cool. Savor the delicious, smoky, maple-infused flavor!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 180 minutes
Philippe G. Vidon