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Air Fryer Carrot Bacon Recipe

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  • Author: Angela
  • Prep Time: 0h 20m
  • Cook Time: 0h 7m
  • Total Time: 0h 27m
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This delicious Air Fryer Carrot Bacon recipe offers a crispy, smoky, and flavorful plant-based alternative to traditional bacon. Made from thinly shaved carrot strips marinated in a smoky and slightly sweet seasoning, then air fried to perfection, it’s a perfect addition to breakfast plates, sandwiches, or salads. Quick to prepare and easy to make, this vegan dish is both healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients

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Carrot Bacon

  • 2 large carrots
  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Olive oil or cooking spray (for air fryer basket)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Carrot Strips: Peel the carrots and using a vegetable peeler, shave them into long, thin strips resembling bacon slices. This creates the base texture for your carrot bacon.
  2. Make the Marinade: In a shallow dish, mix together the liquid smoke, maple syrup, soy sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
  3. Marinate Carrots: Add the carrot strips to the marinade, tossing to coat them evenly. Allow them to marinate for at least 15 minutes so they absorb all the smoky and savory flavors.
  4. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) to prepare for crisping the carrot strips.
  5. Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent the carrot strips from sticking during cooking.
  6. Arrange Carrot Strips: Lay the marinated carrot strips in a single layer in the basket. Depending on your air fryer size, you may need to cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  7. Air Fry: Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, checking halfway through to ensure the strips do not burn. Aim for a crispy, golden brown texture.
  8. Cool: Remove the carrot bacon and place on a wire rack to cool for a few minutes, allowing them to crisp up further.
  9. Serve: Enjoy immediately as a delicious breakfast side, sandwich filler, or crisp topping for salads.

Notes

  • Marinate the carrot strips longer if you desire a stronger smoky flavor.
  • Adjust air frying time according to your air fryer model and thickness of carrot strips.
  • Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • Store leftover carrot bacon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; re-crisp in the air fryer before serving.
  • Experiment with additional spices such as cayenne or chili powder for a spicy kick.

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