Homemade Bacon Salt – Easy Savory Seasoning Blend | Selbstgemachtes Baconsalz – Würzige Mischung aus knusprigem Bacon

A simple homemade bacon salt made from real bacon, salt, pepper and paprika. Perfect on eggs, potatoes, popcorn, salads, pancakes and savory dishes. Great as a kitchen gift.

Bacon Salt (Homemade Seasoning)

A savory, smoky seasoning blend made from crisp cooked bacon and spices. Ideal for eggs, potatoes, pancakes, vegetables and gift jars.

Ingredients

• 1 lb bacon

• 1½ tbsp good-quality salt

• 2 tsp ground black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika

Instructions

1. Cook the bacon
   Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
   Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top.
   Arrange bacon slices on the rack and bake 15–20 minutes, checking after 15 minutes to prevent burning.
   Pat cooked bacon with paper towels to remove excess fat.

2. Blend the seasoning
   Allow bacon to cool slightly.
   Place bacon, salt, pepper and paprika in a food processor.
   Pulse until the mixture reaches the desired texture — coarse or fine.

3. Store
   Transfer to an airtight container.
   Use a clean spoon each time to keep it dry and fresh.

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 Notes

• Store in the refrigerator for longest shelf life.

• Use smoked paprika for extra depth.

• Sprinkle on eggs, popcorn, roasted vegetables, pancakes, salads, potatoes and sandwiches.

Bacon Salt Variants

1. Smoked Bacon Salt

Rich, intense, smoky flavor.

Add:

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• Optional: a pinch of chipotle powder
  Use: on grilled meats, roasted vegetables, BBQ, eggs.

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2. Spicy Bacon Salt

For heat lovers.

Add:

• ½–1 tsp cayenne pepper or chili flakes

• Optional: a pinch of smoked paprika
  Use: on fries, popcorn, fried eggs, chicken wings.

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3. Herb Bacon Salt

Fragrant and savory.

Add:

• 1 tsp dried rosemary

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• Optional: ½ tsp garlic powder
  Use: on roasted potatoes, focaccia, soups, salads.

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4. Maple Bacon Salt

Sweet-savory twist.

Add:

• 1–2 tsp maple sugar (or ½ tsp maple extract)
  Use: on sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, French toast, roasted nuts.

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5. Garlic Bacon Salt

Bold and aromatic.

Add:

• 1–2 tsp garlic powder
  Use: on pasta, garlic bread, mashed potatoes, steaks, dips.

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6. Coffee Bacon Salt

Deep flavor — excellent on steaks.

Add:

• ½ tsp finely ground espresso
  Use: on grilled beef, chili, roasted vegetables, rubs.

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7. Brown Sugar Bacon Salt

Sweet, caramelized finish.

Add:

• 1 tbsp light brown sugar
  Use: on bacon, corn on the cob, roasted carrots, popcorn, sweet potatoes.

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8. Truffle Bacon Salt

Luxury version.

Add:

• ½ tsp truffle salt or a few drops of truffle oil
  Use: on pasta, risotto, eggs, mashed potatoes.

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9. Lemon Pepper Bacon Salt

Bright, zesty, citrusy.

Add:

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• ½ tsp lemon pepper
  Use: on fish, chicken, vegetables, salads.

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10. Cajun Bacon Salt

Southern-style seasoning.

Add:

• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning

• Optional: pinch of smoked paprika
  Use: on shrimp, fries, chicken, corn, jambalaya.

Selbstgemachtes Baconsalz – Würzige Mischung aus knusprigem Bacon

Baconsalz aus knusprigem Bacon, Salz, Pfeffer und Paprika. Ideal für Eiergerichte, Salate, Gemüse, Kartoffeln und herzhafte Pfannkuchen. Perfekt als Geschenk aus der Küche.

Baconsalz (Selbstgemacht)

Aromatisches, würziges Salz aus im Ofen geröstetem Bacon. Vielseitig einsetzbar für herzhafte Gerichte.

Zutaten

• 500 g Bacon

• 1,5 EL Salz (gute Qualität)

• 2 TL schwarzer Pfeffer

• 1 TL Paprika edelsüß

Zubereitung

1. Bacon rösten
   Backofen auf 180°C vorheizen.
   Ein Backblech mit Backpapier auslegen und ein Rost daraufstellen.
   Bacon auslegen und 15–20 Minuten rösten.
   Nach 15 Minuten kontrollieren.
   Mit Küchenpapier entfetten.

2. Mischen
   Bacon etwas abkühlen lassen.
   Zusammen mit Salz, Pfeffer und Paprika in den Food Processor geben.
   Pulsieren, bis die gewünschte Konsistenz erreicht ist.

3. Aufbewahrung
   In luftdichte Behälter füllen.
   Für längere Haltbarkeit im Kühlschrank lagern.

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• Rauchpaprika ergibt ein intensiveres Aroma.

• Perfekt für Eier, Salat, Kartoffeln, Popcorn, Gemüse und herzhafte Pfannkuchen.