Smoky Beef Jerky | Chuds BBQ

beef

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork can be more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium reduces salt intake, tamari is gluten-free.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is less expensive.

liquid smoke

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Smoked paprika provides a smoky flavor without additives.

Freeze the beef for easier slicing.

Prepare the marinade by combining 1 cup of soy sauce, 1 cup of Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon of granulated garlic, 1 tablespoon of onion powder, 1 tablespoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes, and 1 tablespoon of honey in a bowl and whisk until combined.

Slice the beef into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick, removing any fat cap.

Add the beef strips to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated individually.

Cover and refrigerate for 18 hours to marinate.

Remove the beef from the marinade and place it on a wire rack to drain excess marinade.

Arrange the beef strips on a smoker grate for cold smoking.

Cold smoke the beef for 2 to 4 hours at a temperature lower than 150°F.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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