Homemade Beef Jerky Recipe: Gas Station VS Homemade

beef

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

liquid smoke

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: smoked salt

Smoked paprika adds flavor without liquid.

Cut beef top round roast into strips for jerky.

Prepare marinade with soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, teriyaki sauce, dark corn syrup, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, crushed garlic, sesame seeds, and MSG.

Marinate beef in the mixture for 4 to 6 hours in the fridge.

Preheat smoker to between 160°F and 180°F.

Smoke the marinated beef for 2 to 4 hours until it looks dry and has a chewy texture.

Let the jerky rest on the counter for a few minutes before placing it in a Ziploc bag.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens