Open Pit Bacon Chestnut Appetizers
Fire up your taste buds with these crave-worthy Open Pit Bacon Chestnut Appetizers, a smoky, savory bite perfect for grilling season or your next party spread. Featuring tender, marinated whole water chestnuts wrapped in crispy, golden-brown bacon, these bite-sized treats are cooked to perfection over an open grill for that irresistible charred flavor. A simple soy sauce and brown sugar marinade infuses the chestnuts with a sweet and salty depth, while an optional barbecue sauce glaze takes these appetizers to the next level of flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, including prep and cook time, these easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing bites are ideal for backyard barbecues, holiday gatherings, or game day parties. Serve them warm, straight off the grill, for a smoky, sweet, and savory nibble no one can resist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces whole water chestnuts
- 12 pieces bacon slices
- 24 pieces toothpicks
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons barbecue sauce (optional, for basting)
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce and brown sugar until the sugar dissolves. This will serve as the marinade for the chestnuts.
2. Add the whole water chestnuts to the marinade and let them soak for 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
3. Cut each slice of bacon in half to create 24 smaller strips.
4. Remove the chestnuts from the marinade and pat them dry with a paper towel to avoid excess liquid.
5. Wrap each chestnut with a half-slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick to hold the bacon in place.
6. Preheat an open pit grill to medium heat, ensuring the grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
7. Place the bacon-wrapped chestnuts on the grill over indirect heat to avoid flare-ups from the bacon fat.
8. Grill the appetizers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and golden brown. Optionally, brush with barbecue sauce during the last few minutes of cooking for extra flavor.
9. Remove the appetizers from the grill and let them cool slightly before serving.
10. Arrange on a platter and serve warm. Enjoy the smoky and savory flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
684 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.3 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 108 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 4412 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.8 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 784 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
