Mango Wrapped Sweet & Spicy Bacon

bacon (1/2 lb)
mango (1)
maple syrup
cayenne pepper
crushed red pepper
fennel seeds


This dish is partially inspired by Grub.  If you haven't been to Grub, go now.  Or, at least, after you make this dish.


This one is simple.  Pre-heat the oven to 350º F.  Wrap a cookie tray with foil.  This makes clean up easier.  Now, lay the bacon on the tray.  Brush with maple syrup.  Dust with cayenne pepper and sprinkle very lightly with crushed red pepper and fennel seeds.  A little goes a long way.  Place in oven.


After 10 minutes, remove the bacon.  At this point there may be lots of juice in the tray.  So, you'll want to drain that off carefully.  Brush with maple syrup and dust with cayenne pepper and crushed red pepper (very lightly) and fennel seeds.  Return the oven for about another ten minutes (or until desired crispness).  Remember the bacon continue to cook after take it out.


Cut the mango into slices between 1 1/2" and 2" long.  Once the bacon has cooled enough touch, wrap it around the mango and enjoy.