LAMB BACON

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Provided by Noah Bernamoff

Categories     Lamb     Marinate     Meat     Smoker     Advance Prep Required

Yield Makes 1 to 1 1/2 pounds

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 tablespoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt
2 teaspoons pink curing salt
3 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar
4 dried bay leaves, crushed
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1 1/2- to 2-pound boneless lamb breast, with silver skin intact
Cherry wood chips, apple wood chips, or other fruit wood chips

Steps:

  • Make the rub: Combine the salts, brown sugar, bay leaves, and pepper in a bowl and transfer to a large plate or a baking dish. Dredge the lamb breast in the rub and massage it into the surface of the lamb. (You'll probably have some rub left over.) Shake off any excess rub and let the meat sit, covered, in the refrigerator for 5 days, turning the lamb over once a day.
  • Rinse the lamb breast thoroughly, pat it dry with paper towels, and allow it to sit uncovered in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Cook the lamb bacon: Soak the wood chips in water for 30 minutes, then drain and them pat dry. Prepare your smoker. When the temperature inside the smoker has reached 200°F and the wood chips are smoking steadily, add the lamb, and let smoke. Maintain the temperature at 200°F at least until a thermometer inserted into the center of the meat reads 160°F. This will take about 2 hours, but we recommend smoking for 3, as longer cooking enhances the quality of the bacon. Allow the bacon to cool completely in the fridge and store, wrapped, for up to 1 month.
  • Tip: The size of lamb breasts can vary quite a bit, so be sure to buy yours deboned or boneless. A bone-in breast will lose 30 to 35 percent of its weight upon deboning.

Konok Kumar
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This lamb bacon recipe is a must-try for any bacon lover.


Phillip Mckenzie
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I can't wait to try this lamb bacon recipe! It looks so delicious.


AJS Sujon
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This lamb bacon is a bit pricey, but it's a great occasional treat.


Eliza Svetleva
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I wish the recipe had included more detailed instructions. I had a few questions while I was cooking the bacon.


Md Nasrat
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Overall, this lamb bacon was a bit disappointing. I don't think I'll be making it again.


Gary Dube
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll stick to regular bacon next time.


Ghulam Muhamd
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The lamb bacon was a bit dry. I think I'll try cooking it for a shorter amount of time next time.


Major Doonkeen
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I'm not sure I'll make this lamb bacon again. It was a bit too salty for my taste.


Rairamzan Jani
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This lamb bacon is a great way to add some variety to your breakfast routine. It's also a great way to impress your friends and family.


Maman Sadiq
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I've made this lamb bacon several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's a great addition to any breakfast or brunch.


Rufina Hernandez
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The lamb bacon is so good, it's worth the wait.


Andre Ellis
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but I actually really liked this bacon. It's not as gamey as I thought it would be.


Dorcas Jeggs
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This lamb bacon is a bit more expensive than regular bacon, but it's worth the extra cost. The flavor is amazing.


Marcus Stallsworth
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already had on hand. It's a great way to use up leftover lamb.


Naila Khan
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. I was able to make perfect lamb bacon on my first try.


Zimvo Siguca
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I was a bit skeptical at first, but this lamb bacon is surprisingly delicious. It has a unique flavor that I really enjoyed.


EseAbasi Obonguko
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I've always been a fan of lamb, but this recipe takes it to a whole new level. The bacon is crispy and flavorful, and it pairs perfectly with eggs and toast.


mr bon
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This lamb bacon recipe is a game-changer! It's so easy to make and tastes even better than store-bought bacon. I'll never go back to the old stuff again.