Eggplant "Bacon"

This vegetarian eggplant bacon is perfect when you need something savory for your sandwich. Get the recipe at Delish.com. #delish #easy #recipe #vegetarian #eggplant #bacon #vegetables #Appetizers #VegetarianAppetizers

You'll be shocked this Eggplant "Bacon" from Delish.com isn't bacon at all.

Vegetarians rejoice!

Eggplant "Bacon" , By Food Blog Nindi .

This vegetarian eggplant bacon is perfect when you need something savory for your sandwich. Get the recipe at Delish.com. #delish #easy #recipe #vegetarian #eggplant #bacon #vegetables #Appetizers #VegetarianAppetizers

Total time: 70 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients :

• 1 medium eggplant
• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp. soy sauce
• 1 tsp. maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp. Liquid Smoke
• Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions :

• Preheat oven to 300°. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Cut eggplant in quarters, lengthwise. Slice each quarter into long, thin strips.
• In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, paprika, and liquid smoke.
• Place eggplant slices onto baking sheets and brush both sides with sauce. Season with pepper.
• Bake until eggplant is cooked through and beginning to get crisp, 45-50 minutes.