{"id":21208,"date":"2023-12-05T16:27:06","date_gmt":"2023-12-05T16:27:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/?p=21208"},"modified":"2023-12-05T16:27:09","modified_gmt":"2023-12-05T16:27:09","slug":"grilled-bacon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/grilled-bacon\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy, Crispy Grilled Bacon in 10 Minutes (Recipe, Tips and Variations)\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Crispy, flavorful grilled bacon isn&#8217;t just a restaurant treat anymore. With the right technique, you can achieve that perfect, golden-brown crunch right in your own backyard.\u00a0The real job is <strong>choosing a quality <a href=\"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/pork\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">thick-cut bacon<\/a><\/strong> and <strong>mastering the grill&#8217;s indirect heat<\/strong>. Then, a <strong>touch of glaze<\/strong> will give you cooked bacon with delicious, golden-brown, crisp edges.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a grilled bacon expert who started grilling bacon in my teenage years, my cookouts taught me that anyone can create a masterpiece right in their backyard. So, watch out as I share the secrets and insights that can elevate your grilled bacon game to the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/grilled-bacon.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"grilled bacon\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/grilled-bacon.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/grilled-bacon-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/grilled-bacon-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crispy Grilled Bacon Recipe&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a 10-step recipe showing how I cook bacon on the grill.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>2 tablespoons maple syrup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooking spray or oil for grilling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>8 strips of 1\/8-inch thick-cut bacon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Raw-Bacon-Strips-on-a-Cutting-Board-with-Herbs-and-Peppers-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Raw Bacon Strips on a Cutting Board with Herbs and Peppers\" class=\"wp-image-14781\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Raw-Bacon-Strips-on-a-Cutting-Board-with-Herbs-and-Peppers.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Raw-Bacon-Strips-on-a-Cutting-Board-with-Herbs-and-Peppers-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Raw-Bacon-Strips-on-a-Cutting-Board-with-Herbs-and-Peppers-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Prepare the Bacon<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Lay out the strips of bacon on a plate or tray. If you prefer less fatty bacon, gently blot the strips with a paper towel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Prepare the Glaze<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard (if using), and black pepper in a small bowl. This glaze will add a sweet and savory dimension to the bacon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Apply Cooking Oil onto the Grill Grates<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Before starting the grill, lightly brush and clean the grill grates using a brush or paper towel. This makes sure your grilled bacon comes off the grates effortlessly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Prepare the Grill<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around <strong>375\u00b0F to 400\u00b0F<\/strong> or 190\u00b0C to 205\u00b0C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your gas grill has different heat zones, create an <strong>indirect heat zone<\/strong> by turning off the burners on one side.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are using a charcoal grill, gather the burning coals to one side. Then, place the meat on the grate at the other side where you don&#8217;t have (a lot of) burning coals.&nbsp;The indirect zone cooking ensures the bacon slices cook evenly, and you can control cooking. It also provides that the bacon grease doesn&#8217;t cause flare-ups or a grease fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: Grill the Bacon<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Place the bacon directly on the grill grates opposite the grates. This is to prevent them from falling in and causing flare-ups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your grill has wide grates and you feel the bacon might drop in the fire, place a grill pan or aluminum foil with small holes over the grill grate before adding the bacon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6: Apply the Glaze<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After the bacon has cooked for about 3 minutes, brush one side of each strip with the maple or honey syrup glaze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7: Flip and Glaze Again<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After another 2-3 minutes, flip the bacon strips using a pair of tongs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, brush the other side of the bacon strips with the remaining glaze or your favorite BBQ sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Continue grilling the bacon until you get your desired crispiness. Flip them occasionally until the edges are golden brown and crispy. This typically takes about 10-15 minutes in total.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 8: Remove the Bacon and Drain<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Use tongs to remove the bacon from the grill carefully. Place them on a paper-towel-lined plate. The paper towels will help to absorb excess grease from the bacon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 9: Rest and Serve Immediately<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After the bacon grease is done dripping, allow the grilled bacon to rest for a minute or two before serving. This lets the flavors settle, and any excess moisture evaporates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can serve the delicious grilled bacon as a tasty snack or side dish or incorporate it into your favorite recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Greasy-Hot-Grilled-Bacon-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Greasy Hot Grilled Bacon\" class=\"wp-image-21217\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Greasy-Hot-Grilled-Bacon.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Greasy-Hot-Grilled-Bacon-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Greasy-Hot-Grilled-Bacon-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Bacon for Grilling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally speaking, thick-cut bacon is the best for the grill. Remember you&#8217;re grilling bacon at high temperatures. <strong>Regular bacon<\/strong> cuts usually have a thickness of around 1\/16 inches, which is relatively thin. <strong>Restaurant bacon<\/strong>, measuring around <strong>1\/32 inches<\/strong>, is even thinner. Although this means you&#8217;ll get a really crisp result, you miss out on the meatiness and the deliciousness the juicy center brings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>thick-cut 1\/8-inch bacon<\/strong> will stand up to the medium heat of your grill or stovetop burner with finesse. The thickness of these bacon strips offers advantages beyond their robustness. They&#8217;re easier to flip during the cooking process. Plus, they also ensure a consistent cook throughout. Unlike the extra-thin restaurant bacon, you&#8217;ll still find meat inside after the crisp edges.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, there are <strong>super thick bacon slices<\/strong> that measure <strong>1\/4 inch in thickness<\/strong>. This is not terrible for grilled recipes. But they&#8217;ll need more time and may not get that crispy bacon. So it&#8217;s about what you want.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if your bacon is procured from a particular butcher or vendor, there might be slight variations in thickness to accommodate different preferences. It&#8217;s essential to remember that as bacon thickness increases, so does the required cooking time. The denser composition of thick-cut bacon necessitates a bit more time to achieve that delectable crispiness we all adore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love Cooking Bacon on the Grill?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, why should you grill bacon? Here are some excellent reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Enhanced flavors<\/strong>: When you choose to cook bacon on a hot grill, you&#8217;re not just cooking it; you&#8217;re infusing it with the rich essence of smoke. The smoke imparts a unique depth of flavor that you can&#8217;t achieve with other cooking methods.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No<\/strong> <strong>messy cleanups<\/strong>: The perks of cooking bacon on the grill go beyond taste. Unlike stovetop or oven cooking, you won&#8217;t have stubborn grease stains to scrub off pans. With minimal splatter and a grill that&#8217;s easier to clean, you&#8217;ll spend less time at the sink.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visual appeal<\/strong>: The grill doesn&#8217;t just ensure thorough cooking. It also imparts those coveted grill marks that appeal visually to your dish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. How Long Does It Take to Cook Bacon on the Grill?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll need to cook bacon on the grill for <strong>4 to 6 minutes on each side<\/strong>. Overall, most times, you don&#8217;t need more than 12 minutes. The recipe I shared earlier takes 10 to 15 minutes \u2013 sometimes less, depending on the thickness. Compare it with smoking, and you&#8217;re looking at around three hours. In the oven, that&#8217;s about 20 minutes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Is It Better to Grill or Pan Bacon?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;d say it&#8217;s better to grill bacon than to sear it in a frying pan. Bacon has a high-fat content \u2013 <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/health-benefits-bacon\">3 grams<\/a> of total fats per slice, 1 gram of which is saturated fat. When you cook bacon on the pan, you need to add additional oil, which you can avoid with the grilling method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Do You Need an Aluminum Foil to Grill Bacon?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As I mentioned earlier, you may need aluminum foil if the grates are too wide, and the bacon slices can fall into the coals. But while aluminum foil can be helpful, there are alternatives, such as baking sheets. These offer versatility for indoor and outdoor grills. The sheets stop bacon drippings, shield the meat from direct flame exposure, and preserve its succulence for a mouthwatering finish.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Crispy-Organic-Bacon-Strips-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Crispy Organic Bacon Strips\" class=\"wp-image-21216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Crispy-Organic-Bacon-Strips.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Crispy-Organic-Bacon-Strips-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Crispy-Organic-Bacon-Strips-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Grilled bacon is not a complex procedure, as you have seen. When you choose the right quality and thickness, the result is a very crispy one. It also has a sweet, smoky, and salty flavor. Whether you&#8217;re a grilling enthusiast or a complete starter, crispy grilled bacon is within reach for everyone. So, try this and enjoy the sizzle of success with every savory bite.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Crispy, flavorful grilled bacon isn&#8217;t just a restaurant treat anymore. With the right technique, you can achieve that perfect, golden-brown crunch right in your own backyard.\u00a0The real job is choosing a quality thick-cut bacon and mastering the grill&#8217;s indirect heat. 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