Description
Discover how to make delicious venison jerky at home with this easy recipe. Learn the secrets to perfectly seasoned and tender jerky every time!
Ingredients
- – 5 pounds (2.27 kg) ground beef
- – ½ cup (120 ml) beef broth
- – ¼ cup (60 ml) soy sauce
- – ¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar
- – 1 tablespoon (15 ml) apple cider vinegar
- – 1 tablespoon (15 ml) salt
- – 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) onion powder
- – 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) garlic powder
- – 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a pot, mix all ingredients except the meat. Warm over medium heat until the brown sugar is fully dissolved. Let the mixture cool down to room temperature. Pour this marinade over the ground beef.
- Blend thoroughly until the marinade is well incorporated into the meat. Cover the mixture and place it in the refrigerator for a period of 4 to 24 hours.
- Utilize a jerky gun to form long strips on the dehydrator trays.
- Dehydrate at a temperature range of 145-155°F for 6-8 hours.
Notes
- Marinate the ground beef for a full 24 hours for a richer flavor.
- Adjust seasoning with more garlic powder or black pepper to suit your taste.
- Prevent sticking by lightly oiling dehydrator trays before placing beef strips.
