Roasted Bacon with Edamame
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite quick weeknight dishes that looks far fancier than it actually is. Crispy roasted bacon meets tender edamame in a savory sesame glaze that comes together in just 40 minutes total. I love that edamame packs protein and fiber, making this feel substantial and nutritious without weighing you down. The beauty of this recipe is how simple it really is, with most ingredients probably already in your pantry. Just toss everything together, roast it all on one sheet pan, and dinner is done. Your friends will be seriously impressed when you tell them how easy it was to make.
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Ingredients
- 12bacon strips(cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 473 mlfrozen edamame(thawed and drained)
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 tablespoonssesame oil
- 2 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 1 tablespoonrice vinegar
- 1 tablespoonhoney
- 2 tablespoonssesame seeds(white or black)
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- ½ teaspoonsea salt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
- 2green onions(sliced thin for garnish)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Tip: Preheating ensures even cooking and helps the bacon crisp up nicely.
- 2
Spread the bacon pieces evenly across the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
Tip: Oven-roasting bacon is easier than stovetop cooking and creates more consistent results.
- 3
While the bacon cooks, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey in a small bowl until well combined. Set the glaze aside.
Tip: Making the glaze ahead of time allows flavors to meld slightly.
- 4
In another small bowl, toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
Tip: Toasting sesame seeds brings out their nutty flavor and makes them crunchier.
- 5
Once the bacon is cooked and crispy, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Drain any excess fat if desired, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
Tip: Keeping a small amount of bacon fat adds flavor to the dish.
- 6
Add the thawed edamame and minced garlic to the hot bacon on the baking sheet. Toss everything together and return to the oven for 5 minutes to warm the edamame through.
Tip: This brief roasting helps the garlic infuse into the edamame and bacon.
- 7
Remove from oven and drizzle the prepared glaze over the bacon and edamame mixture. Add olive oil, red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss everything until evenly coated.
Tip: Toss gently to ensure all pieces are well coated with the glaze.
- 8
Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tip: This dish is delicious served immediately but also tastes great as a cold snack the next day.
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