Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts with Spicy Mustard Dip
This tasty little appetizer is reminiscent of the classic Rumaki, minus the chicken livers and brown sugar. In this version, honey provides a touch of sweetness, while a spicy mustard dip adds some heat. Together, they create a winning combination that will soon become a new family favorite!
Course: AppetizersDifficulty: Easy
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
35
minutesIngredients
8 strips center-cut bacon
1/3 c. gluten-free soy sauce
3 T. honey, preferably local
2 8-oz. can water chestnuts, rinsed and drained
¾ c. Greek yogurt
2½ T. Dijon mustard
1 T. hot sauce
¼ t. cayenne pepper
2 T. fresh parsley, roughly chopped
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions
- Cut bacon strips in half lengthwise, then cut each thin strip into 3 equal sections for a total of 48 pieces. Set aside.
- Mix soy sauce and honey in a medium mixing bowl. Add water chestnuts and turn to coat.
- Marinate at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes, turning water chestnuts 2-3 times during that time.
- Preheat oven to 400°F and place a metal rack inside a large, rimmed baking sheet. Spray rack with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
- Drain water chestnuts, but reserve the marinade. Wrap each water chestnut with a piece of bacon, then repeat with a second strip on the opposite side. Secure both pieces of bacon with a toothpick and place on baking rack.
- Repeat with remaining water chestnuts. Each appetizer with reserved marinade on all sides.
- Place prepared baking sheet in preheated oven for 20 minutes, then remove from oven and brush with more marinade before returning to oven for another 10-15 minutes.
