Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 lb

bacon

sliced

2 unit

water chestnuts

drained

14 unit

ketchup

1 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp

soy sauce

to taste

1 dash

hot sauce

to taste

0.75 cup

sugar

Step 1
~7 min

Cut the bacon slices into halves.

Step 2
~7 min

Wrap each water chestnut with a piece of bacon and secure with a wooden pick.

Step 3
~7 min

Arrange the wrapped water chestnuts in a shallow 9x13 inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~7 min

Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes.

Step 5
~7 min

Drain any excess grease from the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~7 min

In a bowl, combine the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, hot sauce, and sugar.

Step 7
~7 min

Mix all ingredients until well combined and sugar is dissolved.

Step 8
~7 min

Pour the sauce evenly over the bacon-wrapped water chestnuts.

Step 9
~7 min

Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the sauce is slightly caramelized.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier flavor, add more hot sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Ensure the bacon is cooked thoroughly for the best texture.

Serve warm for optimal flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer at parties.

Pair with a sweet chili dipping sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pineapple chunks
Spring rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Polynesian-inspired

Cultural Significance

Fusion cuisine, adapted for Western tastes

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Game Day

Popularity Score

75/100

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