How To Make Homemade Beef Jerky
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 pound of lean beef (such as top round or sirloin), sliced into thin strips
- ½ cup of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon of onion powder
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if desired).
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Add the beef strips to the marinade and toss to coat them evenly. Let the beef marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
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Preheat the oven to 175°F (80°C) or the lowest setting. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack.
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Arrange the marinated beef strips on the prepared baking sheet or wire rack, making sure they are not touching each other.
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Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and allow the beef to dry for 4 to 6 hours, or until it becomes dry and chewy. Flip the beef strips halfway through the drying process.
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Once the beef jerky is dry, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely. It will continue to harden as it cools.
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Store the homemade beef jerky in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy as a protein-packed snack!
Nutrition
- Calories : 250kcal
- Total Fat : 6g
- Saturated Fat : 2g
- Cholesterol : 70mg
- Sodium : 1500mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 18g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugar : 15g
- Protein : 30g
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