Smoked Maple Syrup Bacon

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 4

Smoked Maple Syrup Bacon - A Sweet and Salty Delight

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

30 min

Cook

180 min

Ready In

4350 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

506

Sugar

16g

Fat

25g

This recipe for Smoked Maple Syrup Bacon is a perfect sweet and salty addition to your breakfast menu. The dish has a delicious and unique flavor that combines the sweetness of maple syrup with the salty taste of bacon. This bacon can be enjoyed on its own or used in a variety of dishes like omelets, sandwiches, or salads. The recipe requires some patience and skill, but the end result is worth the effort. Serve it hot and crispy, and watch it become an instant crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix together water, sodium nitrate, coarse salt, brown sugar, and maple syrup until well combined.
2.	Place pork belly in the mixture and refrigerate for at least 5 days.
3.	Remove the pork belly from the mixture and rinse under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels.
4.	Smoke the pork belly over maple, apple, or cherry wood chips for 2-3 hours till done.
5.	Let the bacon cool and slice it as desired.

PROS

Smoked Maple Syrup Bacon is sweet, salty, and smoky in taste.

The combination of maple syrup and smoked bacon is delicious and mouth-watering.

CONS

Smoked Maple Syrup bacon has a high concentration of sodium and calories, so it’s recommended to enjoy it in moderation.

The preparation process requires patience, as the pork belly needs to be cured for several days before being smoked.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Smoked Maple Syrup Bacon contains high amounts of protein and niacin.
The protein in bacon helps to build and repair muscles, while niacin supports good heart health.

	1 1/2 gallons water
	2 tablespoons sodium nitrate ( saltpeter )
	2 cups coarse salt
	1 cup packed brown sugar
	1/2 cup maple syrup
	1 whole pork belly
	maple , apple , or cherry wood chips for smoking