Vegan Bacon Bits Recipe
These little morsels are crisp and full of bacon flavor, but made with plant-based protein.
Servings 12
Calories 32kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons reduced-sodium tamari
- 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked salt
- ¾ cup textured vegetable protein (TVP)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300° F (149° C).
- In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except the TVP. Stir until mixture is homogenous.
- Add the TVP and stir until TVP is uniformly coated.
- On a lined baking sheet, spread the TVP evenly in a single layer.
- Bake at 300° F (149° C) for 10-13 minutes until bits have darkened in color and have dried considerably.
- Taste bits and sprinkle with additional smoked salt or other seasonings per personal preference.
- Allow to cool completely prior to storing. Bits should be completely dried after cooling.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Tablespoon | Calories: 32kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 172mg | Potassium: 165mg | Sugar: 3g | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
