Learn the unique method of boiled bacon and how it transforms traditional bacon into the perfect balance of crispy and chewy.

 

What I am about to show you might be weird. So let's start off weird by diving right into weird.

Ok, so if you are my age and grew up in the 80's and 90's, the thought of boiled bacon probably brings back the memories of "Better of Dead" and the green, fatty slop that dad was served.

But in all reality, our quirky 80's mom might have been onto something.

I was browsing TikTok (BTW, follow the Co-op HERE, we don't have much yet, but working on it!) and saw a video of someone boiling bacon claiming it was the BEST way to cook bacon.

So because bacon is my life, and possibly yours too since you are in the co-op where you can buy the best bacon, I really wanted to put it to the test.

I mean the best co-op bacon with the best bacon cooking method = bacon heaven.

So I boiled my bacon!

You might be asking, can you boil bacon?

And the answer is yes! You can absolutely boil bacon! Boiling bacon makes it tender and juicy, and brings out a rich, savory flavor. 

 

How to Boil Bacon:

1. Fill a pot with about 1/2" of water, bring to a boil, then carefully place the bacon in it. 

2. Reduce the head to simmer and cook for about 8-15 minutes until it's done to your liking. Occasionally flip the bacon with tongs every 2-3 minutes.

3. If the bacon is too soft, simmer for a few more minutes.

4. Remove the bacon from the pot and place a paper towel-lined plate to soak up excess water.

If the co-op bacon doesn't look appetizing, part of it could be my poor photography skills (I am real ya' know). Anyway, so before you walk away with your nose turned up, let's turn this post around with some delicious results.

 

First, watch this video on WHY you would boil bacon!

Ok... my results....drumroll please......

And survey says...The boiled bacon actually WAS the perfect balance of chewy and crisp!

I know, I am a little weirded out by this too, but friends....where has this method been my entire bacon-lovin' life?!?

Taste was amazing.

Texture was perfect.

Cleanup was easier.

Bacon smells permeating the house were milder.

There you go!

Would you give boiled bacon or cooking bacon in water a try? 

 

People also ask:

What is boiled bacon?

Boiled bacon is sliced cuts of cured pork, typically from the shoulder or back, that is simmered in water until it's tender, chewy and crisp.

What happens if you boil bacon?

When you boil bacon, it becomes tender, less salty and crispy, and there is a less likely chance of burning the bacon.

 

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