Gluten-Free JOC Appetizer - Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts

Ingredients:

1 can (8 ounces) gluten-free whole water chestnuts, drained
12 slices gluten-free bacon, cut in half
1/2 cup gluten-free brown sugar
1/4 cup gluten-free soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon gluten-free garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon gluten-free onion powder
Toothpicks, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Fresh parsley leaves for garnish (optional)
Gluten-free barbecue sauce for dipping (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, mix together the gluten-free brown sugar, gluten-free soy sauce, gluten-free garlic powder, and gluten-free onion powder until well combined.

Wrap each water chestnut with a half-slice of gluten-free bacon. Secure the bacon with a soaked toothpick.

Place the bacon-wrapped water chestnuts on the prepared baking sheet.

Spoon the brown sugar and soy sauce mixture over each bacon-wrapped water chestnut, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the sauce has caramelized.

Remove from the oven and let the Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts cool slightly. They will become firmer as they cool.

Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley leaves for a pop of color.

Serve these gluten-free Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts hot as an irresistible appetizer. You can also offer gluten-free barbecue sauce for dipping.

Enjoy these sweet and savory gluten-free Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts as a delectable appetizer!