We explain the various types and features of bacon, as well as other recommended recipes that make use of bacon!

Bacon is actually an amazing ingredient with a wide variety of varieties and uses. This time, let's dig deeper into the basics of bacon, how to choose it, and its fascinating characteristics.

Types and characteristics of bacon

Bacon is an essential ingredient in many dishes due to its unique flavor and texture. It is mainly made from pork, and comes in the following types:

1. Bacon:
   Common bacon, with a fat and lean layer. The meat is fine and has a rich flavor.
2. loin bacon
   loin meat, the lean content is high, so you can enjoy a slightly moist texture.
3. The shoulder bacon
   is made with shoulder meat, and it has a different texture and flavor.

Tips for choosing

Please choose with the following points in mind.

• Layer Beauty : Choose a bacon with a bean paste with a clean layer of fat and lean meat.
• Meat texture : It is desirable to have a moist texture and a good color and glossy finish.

Nutrition and precautions

Bacon is high in caloric and has a high fat content, so it is important to make sure you have an appropriate amount. It also contains a relatively high salt content, so it is recommended to use it while considering a balance with other ingredients.

Recommended ways to eat

• Salad Topping : Bake thinly sliced ​​bacon into crispy and topped on top of the salad to add a texture and flavor.
• Soup Flavor : Cut bacon into small pieces and add it to the soup for a deep flavor.

Bacon recipes

Here we will introduce some recommended recipes using bacon.

Arima stew with bacon and tofu

We'll introduce you to the delicious recipe for "Arima Arima-ni" that combines bacon and tofu. This simple dish combines the gentle taste of tofu with the aroma of bacon. Please try it out.

Ingredients (for 4 people)

• Bacon (thin slices)... 8 pieces
• Tofu... 1 piece
• 1 tablespoon salad oil
• 2 tablespoons of alcohol
• 1 tablespoon of thin soy sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• Sansho no Milk (optional)

procedure

1. Cut the bacon into four pieces, and cut one slice into six to eight yakko. Cut off the roots of the sardines and cut them into 3-4cm lengths.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of salad oil in a wide bottom pan, add the bacon and stir-fry.
3. When the bacon comes out of fat, add tofu and a sardine, season with 2 tablespoons of sake, 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of salt, and simmer for 7-8 minutes.
4. Sprinkle with sardine berries with tsukudani, add the sardine and simmer quickly until it is blended into the broth.
5. Turn off the heat, place in a bowl, pour plenty of juice and enjoy.

Bacon and new cabbage simmered in layers

Next, we'll introduce you to a recipe for layered stew using bacon and new cabbage. This dish is an exquisite combination of the sweetness of the cabbage and the richness of the bacon. Please try it out.

Ingredients (for 4 people)

• Bacon (sliced)... 100g
• New cabbage... 800g
• Ginger... 1 sip
• Soup (1 piece of solid soup base + water)... 2 cups
• Alcohol... 1 tablespoon
• Salt... Approximate amount of tsp
• Pepper... a little

procedure

1. Cut the bacon into two and cut the cabbage into large crust. Cut the onion into small pieces and slice the ginger into thin slices.
2. Place some of the cabbage in a thick pot and sprinkle with bacon. Sprinkle some of the aromatic vegetables, then layer the cabbage, bacon and aromatic vegetables again, and finally cover them with cabbage.
3. Add the ingredients in brackets, cover and heat. Once it comes to a boil, lower heat, simmer for 15-20 minutes until the cabbage is soft, then season with salt.
4. Serve in a bowl and sprinkle with pepper if desired to finish.

summary

Bacon has different flavors and textures depending on the type, bringing depth and rich flavor to your dishes. Knowing the right choice and eating methods will help you maximize the appeal of bacon. Incorporate bacon into your daily dining table and discover a variety of ways to enjoy it.

We also introduce special recipes using bacon

Bean pork roll

The green and carrots are beautifully colored. It's also perfect as a side dish for your lunch box.

Bean pork roll

The green and carrots are beautifully colored. It's also perfect as a side dish for your lunch box.

Bean pork roll

The green and carrots are beautifully colored. It's also perfect as a side dish for your lunch box.