Low Carb Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts

Ingredients

• 1 can (about 8 ounces) whole water chestnuts, drained and patted dry
• 8 slices of bacon, cut in half
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free options)
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar substitute (like Swerve or Erythritol)
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise (for optional dipping sauce)
• 1 tablespoon ketchup (sugar-free for low carb, for optional dipping sauce)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (for optional dipping sauce)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for optional dipping sauce)
• Salt and pepper to taste (for optional dipping sauce)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix the low-sodium soy sauce and brown sugar substitute until well combined.
3. Place the drained water chestnuts in the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Let them marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
4. While the water chestnuts are marinating, prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
5. Once the chestnuts are marinated, take a half slice of bacon and wrap it around each water chestnut, securing it with a toothpick.
6. Arrange the bacon-wrapped water chestnuts on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
8. Once done, remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
9. If preparing the optional dipping sauce, mix all the sauce ingredients in a bowl and adjust seasoning to taste.

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