Chrissy Teigen's secret to perfect bacon without the mess
Crispy bacon is an ingredient that's hard to imagine homemade burgers, salads, or scrambled eggs without. A well-known chef revealed her foolproof method. Discover a new way to make crispy bacon without greasy stains on the stove.
Many of us use oil to fry bacon, which is not the healthiest option and often leads to greasy stains on the stove. However, there is a simpler way - water. On her TikTok profile, @cravingsbychrissyteigen, Chrissy Teigen shared her method for "extra crispy bacon" using water.
How to prepare crispy bacon with water?
Water allows for maintaining a low and gentle starting temperature so the bacon retains moisture and remains tender as the fat melts. Additionally, with water, you can avoid excessive fat splattering during frying.
To use this method, you should:
- Start with a cold pan and arrange the bacon slices on it.
- Add enough water to just cover the bacon.
- Heat on high until the water begins to bubble, then reduce the heat.
- Allow the water to evaporate, then gently flip the bacon.
- Continue frying until the bacon reaches a deep, golden colour.
Chrissy emphasizes that the key to success is patience, as you need to wait for the water to completely evaporate.
Why should you try this method?
Chef Andy Cook also recommends frying bacon in water instead of oil.
I’ve been frying bacon in water for several years. I didn’t realize it wasn’t a common practice until I posted it on TikTok and received many interesting comments. It's very popular in home cooking," he says.
This method is quick and simple - preparation takes about 2 minutes and frying about 20 minutes. It allows you to enjoy crispy bacon without excess fat and mess on the stove.
If you want to take your culinary skills to the next level, it's worth trying this method and enjoying the excellent taste of bacon.
