Eggplant Bacon

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• pinch of sea salt
• pinch of garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon miso

Directions:

Ingredients:

• 1 medium eggplant

Directions:

1. Peel and thinly slice eggplant.
2. Place eggplant slices into marinade and allow to sit for an hour turning occasionally to insure that all slices are coated.
3. Place slices on dehydrator racks in a single layer. Dehydrate at 125 degrees for 12 to 24 hours until dry. Store in ziplock style bags in the freezer.