SMOKY COCONUT “BACON”

SERVES 2 SNACK PORTIONS

1 1/2 cups (125 g) coconut chips

1 tbsp. maple syrup

1 tbsp. soy sauce

1 tsp. liquid smoke (optional; from a delicatessen or online)

1/2 tsp. smoked paprika

NUTRITIONAL VALUES

Calories: 243kcal
Fat: 14g (13.9g S.Fat)
Carbs: 27.3g
Protein: 3.2g
Sugar: 20.8g
Sodium: 301mg

METHOD

Preheat the oven to 140°C/275°F. Put the coconut chips in a bowl. Whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, liquid smoke, and 1 teaspoon water. Pour this over the coconut chips and gently mix everything together with your hands until the liquid is evenly distributed. Mix in the paprika.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the coconut chips evenly; they should not overlap. Bake in the centre of the oven for 15–20 minutes, turning 2–3 times during cooking. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.