BBQ Brown Sugar Bacon Bites

Steps

• 1

  When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 350°F and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes.

  350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

• 2

  Fold a 12-inch x 36-inch piece of aluminum foil in half and crimp the edges so there is a rim. Using a fork, poke holes in the bottom of the foil. This way, some of the bacon fat will be rendered out and the bacon bites will be crisp.

• 3

  In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground fennel, salt and black pepper. Stir to combine. Place the diced pork belly into the sugar mixture and toss until well-coated. Transfer the pork pieces to the foil.

  Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup brown sugar

  • 1 Tablespoon ground fennel

  • 2 Teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1 Teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 Pound pork belly or slab bacon, diced into 1-inch cubes

• 4

  Place the foil directly on the grill grates, close the lid, and bake until the pieces are crispy, glazed and bubbly about 20-30 minutes.

  350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

• 5

  Remove the bacon bites from the grill and serve warm. Enjoy!