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Yes, though not by much. When people ask if it’s healthier, what they’re typically asking about is the calorie content. Turkey bacon does have fewer calories per rasher than pork bacon, though not by very much.
If sugar is a concern, there are brands of turkey bacon that contain no added sugars. High in sodium
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While turkey bacon may be lower in calories than pork bacon, you should still eat it in moderation. A good option for those who don’t eat pork The crunch! Nothing beats crispy bacon for me, and this air fryer turkey bacon recipe is certainly crunchy. If you like it crispy like me, the crunch makes it a great alternative to potato chips when you’re on a low-carb diet, with extra protein to fill you up. This is the best turkey bacon! Air fryer: Any air fryer will work for this recipe, while today's recipe was tested in an instant vortex air fryer (5.7L / 1700W) you can use any air fryer brand of choice. It’s so easy! All I had to do was place the turkey bacon in the air fryer in a single layer and cook it, flipping halfway. This is definitely the easiest way to cook turkey bacon slices. While it doesn’t have the exact same taste and texture as pork bacon, turkey bacon still has a smoky, salty, meaty flavor that many enjoy. Summary
In addition, since it contains less fat than pork bacon, manufacturers often add more sugar to improve the taste and texture. Keep refrigerated below 4°C at the bottom of the fridge. Once opened, keep refrigerated and use within 2 days and by date shown. Suitable for freezing. Freeze by date mark shown and use within one month. Defrost thoroughly at the bottom of the fridge before use and use within 24 hours. Never defrost in a warm room. Do not refreeze once defrosted. Some people don’t eat pork, including those with pork allergies or intolerances and those who avoid it for religious or health reasons. Turkey Bacon: Either cured or uncured turkey bacon is perfect for this recipe. Any brand of turkey bacon will be great in this recipe. I used Mattessons as it’s the only one my local grocery store had, but this cooking process works well for all brands of turkey bacon. Turkey rashers can be eaten raw, so they do not need cooking. What Is The Healthiest Brand Of Turkey Bacon?
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yumdelish - You made me nostalgic for real bacon! These days I mostly use turkey rashers instead, because they are much healthier. This works pretty well in a BLT or when cooking, but you are so right that there is no subsitute for the real deal when you are having a bacon sandwich.