Nat’s Beef Jerky – Oven Dried 🥩
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Nat’s Beef Jerky – Oven Dried
- Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Meat, Weeknight, Oven, Easy
- Prep Time: 12 hours
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 20 hours
- Servings: 1
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 6482.2
- Fat: 644.6g
- Saturated Fat: 267.6g
- Cholesterol: 898.9mg
- Sodium: 24604.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 47.9g
- Fiber: 7.6g
- Sugar: 9.9g
- Protein: 123.9g
Ingredients:
- 2-3 lbs beef
- 1 1/2 cups soy sauce
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup Tabasco sauce
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp black pepper
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef:
- Cut the beef into strips, slicing against the grain for tender jerky.
- Soak the beef strips in a mixture of soy sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper for 9-12 hours. This marinade infuses rich flavor into the meat.
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Dry the Jerky:
- After marinating, remove the beef strips from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Preheat your oven to 150°F (65°C).
- Hang the beef strips on oven racks, ensuring space between each strip for proper air circulation. Leaving the oven door slightly ajar helps moisture escape.
- Let the beef dry in the oven at 150°F (65°C) for 7-8 hours. This low and slow drying process preserves the meat and intensifies its flavor.
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Cleanup Tip:
- Keep in mind that making beef jerky can leave your oven a bit messy due to drips and splatters from the marinade. To minimize cleanup, consider placing foil at the bottom of your oven to catch any drips.
Enjoy Your Homemade Beef Jerky!
Nat’s Beef Jerky – Oven Dried is a delicious and protein-packed snack perfect for munching on the go or enjoying during movie nights. With its savory marinade and tender texture, this homemade jerky will become a favorite in your household. Make a big batch and store it in airtight containers for long-lasting enjoyment!
