Let’s face it, bacon is just one of those things that recovering omnivore’s will never get over. It’s like the girl that got away, the one drink that leads to 5 and crack after rehab, it’s always on your mind. It smells great and because of it’s sweet, but salty, crunchy and greasy goodness that seems to make every dish better. UNLESS you are vegan.

Well pals, I think I’ve got it. Yes, I have the answer, a vegan bacon that isn’t a complete disappointment. The best way to make this is with a dehydrator, but an oven works too, but not as well. Either way, you are probably getting as close as you can, to real bacon taste and texture. Juuuust try it!

2 eggplants
4 tbsp tamari or coconut aminos
1/2 tsp liquid smoke
4 Tbsp maple syrup
1-2 chipotles (dried or with adobo)
3-4 Tbsp olive oil