DIY Perfect Heat Beef Jerky Recipe - Spicy Hot Sauce Flavored

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.

Prepare paper towels for drying the beef after marinating.

Slice beef into individual pieces, ensuring thicker pieces are placed towards the back of the dehydrator.

Arrange beef strips on the dehydrator trays, leaving space between each piece for optimal airflow.

Ensure each piece is flat to avoid curling during drying.

Set the dehydrator to 155°F (68°C).

Rotate the trays every 2 hours for even drying.

After 4 hours, check the thinner cuts; they may be done while thicker pieces will need more time.

Continue drying the thicker pieces for up to 8 hours, checking for doneness by feeling for juiciness and glistening fat.

Once dried, use paper towels to pat off any excess fat if necessary.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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