Crispy Beef Bacon Delight (Printable)
Bold smoky beef strips, crispy and packed with flavor, ideal for enhancing breakfasts and more.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef
01 - 14 oz beef belly or brisket, thinly sliced
→ Marinade
02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
03 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
07 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
08 - 1/2 tsp liquid smoke (optional)
→ For Cooking
09 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
# Directions:
01 - Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and liquid smoke in a mixing bowl; mix thoroughly.
02 - Add thinly sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Marinate for 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
03 - Preheat the oven to 400°F or heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
04 - If baking, lay beef slices on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet. If pan-frying, add vegetable oil to the heated skillet.
05 - Bake beef slices for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping once halfway through, or pan-fry in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until crispy and browned.
06 - Transfer cooked beef bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
07 - Serve immediately to maintain optimal crispness.
# Cooking Tips:
01 -
- This crispy beef bacon offers a smoky crunch that feels like sharing a secret with a close friend.
- It became a favorite because it works perfectly beyond breakfast, adding depth to sandwiches and salads alike.
02 -
- Marinating at least 30 minutes is essential—rushing this step results in less flavor.
- Using fattier cuts like belly changes everything, giving you that unbeatable crisp and richness.
03 -
- Patience with marinating makes all the difference—good things come to those who wait.
- Pan-frying in small batches ensures every piece gets that perfect crisp rather than steaming.