Vegan Bacon Bits

by robertjaimes

Prep time: 0:12 Overall time: 0:30

SERVINGS

10 to 20 servings scale / convert

INGREDIENTS

2 cups texturized vegetable protein *
1/2 cup liquid amino acids or tamari
4 tbsp. maple syrup
1-1/3 cups boiling water
1/2 tsp. garlic powder

INSTRUCTIONS

combine all liquid ingredients and garlic powder and simmer to a boil. add to tvp and allow to sit for about 10 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed. spread in thin layer on non stick baking sheet, or lightly oiled pan. bake 250 degree oven up to 20 minutes, until dry and crunchy. (some ovens may require additional time) stir every 6 minutes. allow to cool completely, store in airtight container in refrigerator.

CHEF COMMENTS

Best flavor if brought to room temperature before using.

* Texturized Vegetable Protein is usually sold in dry form at health
food stores and some grocery stores. www.bulkfoods.com has some amazing
deals on it (if you want 50lbs at a time).

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