Coconut Bacon

Step 1

Preheat oven to 175C/350C. Bring a bowl combine melted coconut oil, maple syrup, tamari and smoked paprika. Stir to combine. Add coconut shavings to the saucepan and stir gently to coat entirely with the liquid mixture.

Step 2

Line a baking tray with parchment paper and pour spiced coconut shavings on top. Spread out evenly onto baking tray, avoiding clumping. Sprinkle with cracked sea salt and pepper and place in the oven to bake for 5-10 minutes, or until golden-brown in colour. Remove from tray and let cool entirely.

Step 3

Cut your figs in half and lay them on a plate flesh side up. Drizzle figs with maple syrup and top with coconut bacon. Sprinkle with cayenne pepper, and more sea salt and pepper.