Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of lean beef (sirloin or eye of round is best)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium for healthier option)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for extra heat)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Start by trimming any fat off the lean beef, then cut it against the grain into thin strips (approx. 1/4 inch thick).
- Combine soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, honey (or maple syrup), and apple cider vinegar in a bowl to create the marinade.
- Place beef strips in a resealable bag, pour in the marinade, and seal. Ensure the beef is well-coated, then marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your dehydrator to 160°F (70°C), arrange beef strips on trays without overlapping, and dehydrate for 4-6 hours until dry and slightly bendable.
Notes
- Store beef jerky in an airtight container or resealable bag. It lasts up to 2 weeks at room temperature or 1 month in the fridge. Freezing extends shelf life to several months.
- This jerky can be paired with nuts and dried fruits for a tasty snack mix.
- Perfect for protein-rich toppings on salads or crumbling into soups.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Snack
- Method: Dehydrator
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein, Low Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 70 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg