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A Grilled BLT Salad with a Bold Jerky Twist
Do you love Bacon? Do you love Beef Jerky? Have you ever heard of Bacon Jerky? Recently, I tried something a little different for a Grilled BLT Salad — swapping traditional bacon for uncured bacon jerky!
The jerky came from JerkyBrands.com, an online store that offers a huge selection of jerky, including something rare like bacon jerky. I used a Smoked Applewood flavoring. But there are many others, like Old Fashioned Maple, Sriracha, and BBQ.
Why Bacon Jerky?
Bacon jerky isn’t your everyday snack. It’s not something you come across in your local grocery store very often. Unlike traditional bacon strips, bacon jerky is cured and dried like regular jerky, delivering an intense smoky flavor and chewy texture that’s perfect replacement for bacon on a BLT Salad. But why replace bacon at all? Because it’s fun and different.
For barbecue enthusiasts and jerky fans, bacon jerky is a unique twist that adds extra depth to dishes. The smoked applewood flavor I used brought a rich, sweet-smoky profile to the salad, complementing the fresh greens and ripe tomatoes perfectly.
Finding Great Jerky Online
If you have driven between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, you might know the famous Alien Jerky place off the 15 Freeway — a mecca for jerky lovers with its massive selection. There is also Buc-ees’s, a Texas staple. But outside of driving on the highway going on a special trip, it’s rare to find a store with as wide a range of jerky.
JerkyBrands.com caught my attention because of its huge variety — from classic beef jerky to exotic flavors, and yes, even bacon jerky. Shopping for jerky online means you get access to hard-to-find jerky.
How I Made the Grilled BLT Salad
I followed Steven’s Grilled BLT Salad recipe but with one key upgrade: instead of frying bacon, I added chunks of the smoked applewood uncured bacon jerky right on top. The jerky’s chewy, sweet and smoky goodness worked perfectly with the grilled lettuce, fresh heirloom tomatoes right from our garden, and creamy dressing.
Another option is to GRILL the bacon jerky. Steven always says that everything tastes better, grilled, and the bacon jerky did not disappoint. The sugar on the jerky caramelized and gave the jerky a nice crunch.
If you’re curious to try something different with your next grilled salad or just a snack, bacon jerky is a tasty way to add smoky flavor and texture. Thanks to JerkyBrands.com, it’s easier than ever to find unique jerky varieties like bacon jerky. Give it a try and see how a little jerky twist can change it up.
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