Ultimate Artisan Beef Jerky
Introducing the Ultimate Artisan Beef Jerky, a delicious creation that transforms simple beef into a savory snack that's sure to impress. This recipe, perfected by Tim, combines a harmonious blend of savory seasonings and natural smoke flavors to create a jerky that’s rich in taste and easy to make at home. Ideal for road trips, outdoor adventures, or just a satisfying snack, this jerky is crafted to deliver bold flavors with every bite. Once you try it, you might just declare it's the best jerky you’ve ever tasted!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
beef round steak
2 lbs (cut into thin strips)
soy sauce
1/4 cup (none)
Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons (none)
liquid smoke
2 tablespoons (none)
brown sugar
2 tablespoons (none)
ground black pepper
1 teaspoon (none)
meat tenderizer
1 teaspoon (none)
garlic powder
1 teaspoon (none)
onion powder
1 teaspoon (none)
paprika
1 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
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1. Begin by placing the thinly sliced beef round steak into a large mixing bowl. Pour in the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke. Sprinkle the brown sugar, black pepper, meat tenderizer, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika over the meat.
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2. Using your hands, mix everything thoroughly to ensure each piece of beef is generously coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for 8 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
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3. After marinating, remove the meat from the bowl and take two pieces of plastic wrap. Place a piece of beef between them and pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin until the slices are about 1/8-inch thick. This helps in achieving the desired texture in the jerky.
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4. Preheat your dehydrator to its highest setting. Arrange the pounded beef strips in a single layer on the dehydrator trays, making sure they do not overlap.
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5. Dehydrate the meat for a minimum of 4 hours, checking periodically until the jerky reaches your preferred level of toughness and chewiness. Depending on the jerky thickness and your dehydrator, it may take longer.
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6. Once done, remove the jerky from the dehydrator and allow it to cool completely before storing. Keep the jerky in an airtight container or resealable bags for optimal freshness.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein used in the Ultimate Artisan Beef Jerky recipe?
The main protein used is 2 lbs of beef round steak cut into thin strips.
Who perfected this artisan beef jerky recipe?
The recipe was perfected by Tim.
What liquids are included in the marinade?
The marinade includes soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke.
How long should the beef marinate?
The beef should be refrigerated for 8 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
What is the recommended thickness for the beef slices?
The beef should be pounded to a thickness of about 1/8-inch.
At what setting should the dehydrator be preheated?
The dehydrator should be set to its highest setting.
How long does the dehydration process take?
It takes a minimum of 4 hours, though it may take longer depending on thickness and your specific dehydrator.
How should the jerky be stored for freshness?
Store the jerky in an airtight container or resealable bags.
Is meat tenderizer used in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of meat tenderizer.
What spices are used to season the beef?
The spices used are black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
How much brown sugar is required?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
What is the purpose of pounding the meat with a mallet?
Pounding the meat helps in achieving the desired texture and consistent thickness of 1/8-inch.
Can I overlap the beef strips on the dehydrator trays?
No, you should arrange the beef strips in a single layer without overlapping.
Does the jerky need to cool before storage?
Yes, allow the jerky to cool completely before placing it in storage containers.
What is the total number of ingredients in this recipe?
There are 10 ingredients in this recipe.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include beef jerky, snack recipe, homemade jerky, dehydrator recipe, high protein snack, and savory snacks.
What type of flavor profile does this jerky offer?
It offers a harmonious blend of savory seasonings and natural smoke flavors.
What amount of soy sauce is used?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of soy sauce.
How much liquid smoke is needed?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of liquid smoke.
Is garlic powder included in the ingredients?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder is included.
What is the recommended occasion for this snack?
It is ideal for road trips, outdoor adventures, or as a satisfying snack.
Should the beef be covered while marinating?
Yes, the bowl should be covered with plastic wrap during the refrigeration process.
What tool can be used to pound the meat if I don't have a mallet?
You can use a rolling pin to pound the beef slices.
How much onion powder is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of onion powder.
What is the quantity of paprika used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of paprika.
How much Worcestershire sauce is required?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce.
How much ground black pepper is added?
The recipe includes 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
Is this jerky recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, the description states it is easy to make at home.
How do you determine when the jerky is done?
Check periodically until it reaches your preferred level of toughness and chewiness.
What is the recipe ID for this jerky?
The recipe ID is ultimate-artisan-beef-jerky.