Midweek Munchies: Next! Plant Based Bacon

Next! is a brand of vegan meat that is available in Coles. You can find it in the dead animal refrigerated section, with a few other plant based meats. I have tried their unseasoned chicken chunks (I posted about them a few weeks ago), but this post is dedicated to their bacon. I tend not to be a huge fan of bought vegan bacons, with the exception of the ones you can get at the Asian grocery store. My heart belongs to tempeh bacon, which I can make easily at home. But I had heard good things about this, and ever curious I tried it. For science. Honestly, I should get a medal or something. I take my science very seriously.

For my maiden voyage, I decided to go all out with the vegan products and make some BBQ Bacon Cheeseburgers. Featuring the bacon, of course, Vegie Delight BBQ Burgers (these are very good), and some thin slices of a Daiya cheddar block.



But we are here for the bacon, which looks like this when you take it out of the packet. Streaky.



And cooked up! It goes a bit crispy in places, I didn't cook it to a total crisp. Though you could if you wanted.



And then I made it into a burger! Verdict? I quite liked it! Definitely more like the Asian grocery store vegan bacons than the gross other vegan bacons (Vegie Delights bacon, I am looking at you. You're gross.). It made for a fun and satistying burger. I melted the Daiya on top of the burger patty, and I also added some caramelised onions and BBQ sauce. Excellent combination.





I saved a few slices for lunch the following day to make a BLT. The ultimate test, because I love a good BLT. And it made a very good one! With mayo and avocado as well.



So, I would buy this again. If I saw it on sale. AU$10 for 12 slices is fairly pricey, and I can make a lot of tempeh bacon for that money. But I'd say definitely give it a try if.

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A closer look at Dim Sim's gorgeous Bunny Dee personalised pin. She looks so proud!