Adding a small amount of water to the frying pan is the key to better-tasting bacon, according to food writer and former private chef Anjali Prasertong. The technique, shared on The Kitchen, aims to produce a browned and crisp-edged slice without the risk of burned bacon.
Simple Water Trick for Stovetop Bacon
Prasertong explained that while oil or butter are common choices for cooking bacon, the extra ingredient needed is water. She said she had to try the trick for herself and confirmed it keeps the apron clean while also being the key to better bacon on the stovetop.
She described the results as "tender and a little chewy." All that is required is enough water to coat the bottom of the pan.
How to Cook Bacon with Water
Prasertong advises cooking over medium-high heat until the water has evaporated. Then, she says, reduce the heat to medium and cook the bacon until crisp.
Bacon is a popular food item in the UK, available in all major supermarkets in many varieties. How it is cooked is what determines how enjoyable it actually is, whether using store-brand or well-known names.
Readers Share Their Results
People shared their thoughts on the method in the comments section, with some saying they had tried it and it worked. One fan said they cooked bacon with water in a pressure cooker for five minutes at high pressure, then topped it with brown sugar and spices and finished it in a toaster oven, noting consistent doneness, reduced fat content, and shorter preparation time.
Another commenter said the water method makes a more tender piece of bacon, adding that their family did a little taste test.
