Forget the frying pan – there's a quicker, easier way to achieve perfectly crispy bacon, and it involves a tool you already have in your kitchen: your microwave.
This revolutionary method delivers restaurant-quality crispy bacon in mere seconds, with minimal mess and maximum flavour. Whether you're preparing a full English breakfast or just craving a quick snack, this technique will change the way you cook bacon forever.
How to Make Perfect Microwave Bacon
Follow these simple steps for foolproof crispy bacon every time:
- Line a microwave-safe plate with 3-4 layers of kitchen paper
- Arrange bacon rashers in a single layer, ensuring they don't overlap
- Cover with another layer of kitchen paper
- Microwave on high for 1 minute per rasher (adjust for thickness)
- Check for crispiness and continue in 30-second bursts if needed
Why This Method Works
The microwave's intense heat quickly renders the fat while the kitchen paper absorbs excess grease, resulting in bacon that's evenly cooked and perfectly crisp without being greasy. Unlike pan-frying, there's no splattering oil to clean up afterwards.
Tips for the Best Results
- Use thick-cut bacon for meatier results
- Rotate the plate halfway through cooking for even crispness
- Let bacon rest for 30 seconds after cooking – it will crisp up further
- Save the bacon fat for cooking other dishes
This microwave method isn't just faster than traditional cooking techniques – it's also healthier, as more fat drains away during cooking. Plus, you'll avoid that lingering bacon smell in your kitchen for hours afterwards.
Whether you're meal prepping for the week or making a quick breakfast sandwich, this bacon hack will save you time without compromising on taste or texture. Once you try it, you may never go back to frying bacon the old-fashioned way again.
