What is in a miso glaze?

A classic miso glaze contains white or red miso paste, a sweetener like honey or maple syrup, soy sauce, and a mild acid such as rice vinegar. For extra flavor, many cooks add garlic, ginger, or chili. This combination makes miso glazed bacon taste both savory and slightly sweet, with a deeply rich umami finish.

Is miso glaze the same as miso paste?

No, they are not the same. Miso paste is the base ingredient—it’s thick, salty, and made from fermented soybeans. A miso glaze, on the other hand, is made by blending miso paste with other ingredients to make it thinner and more flavorful. When brushed onto bacon, it creates that irresistible miso glazed bacon effect we all love.

What does miso paste do to a dish?

Miso paste adds depth, complexity, and umami. It brings out the natural savoriness of proteins and enhances caramelization when used in glazes. In miso glazed bacon , the paste clings to the surface, locking in flavor and forming a delicious crust during baking. It’s like a built-in flavor booster.

How to make honey glazed bacon?

Honey glazed bacon is simple: lay thick-cut bacon on a baking sheet, bake halfway, then brush with honey and return to the oven until crispy and caramelized. If you're looking to upgrade that with more savory depth, swap in miso to make a next-level miso glazed bacon variation. The miso balances the sweetness beautifully.

Miso Glazed Bacon – Irresistible Twist

Description

This miso glazed bacon recipe transforms thick-cut bacon into a sticky, savory-sweet masterpiece. The glaze—made with white miso, maple syrup, and soy sauce—caramelizes in the oven to create crisp edges and deep umami flavor. Perfect for brunch boards, gourmet burgers, or bold appetizers.

Ingredients

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8 slices thick-cut bacon

2 tablespoons white miso paste

1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Optional: 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

Optional: 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger

Optional: pinch of chili flakes or sesame oil

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil.

2. Lay bacon slices flat on the baking sheet, without overlapping.

3. Bake bacon for 10–12 minutes until fat starts to render but not fully crispy.

4. Meanwhile, whisk together miso paste, maple syrup, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a bowl. Add optional flavorings if desired.

5. Remove bacon from oven. Brush each slice generously with the miso glaze.

6. Return glazed bacon to oven for another 5–8 minutes, or until edges crisp and glaze bubbles.

7. Let cool 2–3 minutes on a rack before serving. Glaze will set slightly as it cools.

8. Serve immediately or use in sandwiches, salads, or appetizers.

Notes

White miso works best for a mild, sweet-savory balance. Use red miso for a bolder flavor.

Watch the bacon closely after glazing—it can go from golden to burnt quickly due to sugar content.

Try brushing leftover glaze on vegetables, tofu, or chicken for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Appetizer
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 slices
Calories: 210
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg