Green onions in bacon

4 servings

10 minutes

Bacon-wrapped green onions are a simple yet exquisite dish of Mediterranean cuisine that combines the freshness of green onions with the rich flavor of crispy bacon. This dish originated as an appetizer in rural areas where the combination of accessible ingredients creates a wonderful harmony of flavors. The bacon, fried to a golden crisp, adds a smoky depth to the fresh and slightly spicy onion. It is perfect as an appetizing snack alongside a main course or as a savory complement to meat and vegetable dishes. It can be served with aromatic sauces or garnished with fresh herbs for added expressiveness. The dish captivates with its simplicity and magnificent balance of textures – soft, juicy onion inside and crispy bacon outside.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 273.8
• Proteins: 7.7g
• Fats: 26g
• Carbohydrates: 2.8g

Ingredients

• Bacon: 8 pc
• Green onions: 24 stem
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Vegetable oil: 50 ml

Cooking steps

1. Wrap three stalks of green onion (preferably thicker) with one strip of pancetta or bacon. Season with salt and pepper. Wrap the remaining onion in the same way.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green onions: 24 stems
   • Bacon: 8 pieces
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan and fry the onion rings on all sides until crispy.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 50 ml