Pecan-Mango Infused Bacon with Spiced Herb Crumble
What Started it all:
Pecan, mango, honey, ginger, pink peppercorn, nutmeg, clove, cardamom, anise seed, lemon balm, lavender, cocoa, bacon, fennel, basil, rosemary
Get ready to elevate your cooking game with this vibrant and unique dish that marries the sweetness of mango and honey with the savory crunch of bacon and pecans. This is not your average Italian recipe; it's a bold fusion that will make your taste buds sing! Now, stop dawdling and let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 6 slices of thick-cut bacon
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon pink peppercorns, crushed
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon clove
- 1 teaspoon cardamom
- 1 teaspoon anise seed
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon balm, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried lavender
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- Extra pink peppercorns
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Don’t just stand there; keep an eye on it, or you’ll end up with charcoal! Once crispy, remove and drain on paper towels. Leave some bacon fat in the pan; you’ll need it!
- In the same skillet, add the diced mango, honey, minced ginger, and crushed pink peppercorns. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the mango is slightly caramelized. Stir it like you mean it!
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped pecans, nutmeg, clove, cardamom, anise seed, chopped basil, rosemary, lemon balm, dried lavender, and cocoa powder. Get those spices mixed together – it should smell divine!
- Once the bacon is cool enough to handle, chop it into bite-sized pieces and add it to the mango mix. Stir in the herb crumble. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, but don’t overdo it!
- Serve the mixture on a plate, garnishing with extra pink peppercorns and fresh basil leaves. Make it look beautiful – presentation matters, you muppet!
There you have it! A stunning Pecan-Mango Infused Bacon with Spiced Herb Crumble that’s packed with flavor and elegance. This dish is a testament to your culinary prowess, so don’t just sit there admiring it – dig in and impress everyone around you! Cook with passion, and remember: perfection is a journey, not a destination!