Roasted Bacon with Ginger

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

   Tip: Lining the sheet prevents sticking and makes cleanup much faster.

2. 2

   Arrange bacon strips on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer without overlapping, allowing air circulation for even cooking.

   Tip: Overlapping bacon will steam rather than crisp, so spread them out for best results.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together the minced ginger, maple syrup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and black pepper until fully combined.

   Tip: Make sure the ginger is finely minced so it distributes evenly throughout the glaze.

4. 4

   Brush the ginger glaze generously over the top side of each bacon strip using a pastry brush or the back of a spoon.

   Tip: Reserve a small amount of glaze if you want to apply a second coat halfway through cooking.

5. 5

   Roast the bacon in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, checking at the 15-minute mark. The bacon should be crispy and the edges caramelized.

   Tip: Oven temperatures vary, so start checking earlier if your oven runs hot.

6. 6

   Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the sesame seeds and fresh sliced green onions over the roasted bacon while still warm.

   Tip: Adding garnishes while the bacon is hot helps them adhere and intensifies their flavors.

7. 7

   Transfer the roasted bacon to a serving platter lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil before serving.

   Tip: Paper towels will help keep the bacon crispy and remove some of the grease.