Beef Jerky

[Ol-blue]

This is the best beef jerky I have ever made. When my husband takes it to work he is always asked for the recipe.
Enjoy! Debbie

BEEF JERKY

1 to 2 pound(s) BEEF; I Like To Use Beef Brisket Or Round Steak.
1 bottles ALLEGRO MARINADE; Original.
1 bottles SZECHUAN HOT AND SPICY STIR-FRY SAUCE
1 tablespoon(s) RED PEPPER FLAKES
1/4 cup(s) SOY SAUCE
1/4 cup(s) WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE
1/2 teaspoon(s) CUMIN
1/2 teaspoon(s) ONION SALT
1/2 teaspoon(s) WHITE PEPPER
1/2 teaspoon(s) BLACK PEPPER
2 tablespoon(s) LIQUID SMOKE
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Mix marinade ingredients together in a bowl and let sit for one day in the refrigerator; do not add the meat.
Cut meat into 1/8 strips, this is easier to do if meat is slightly frozen.
Add meat to marinade and place back in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
Drain and arrange meat in single layer on wire racks.
Set in a cookie sheet or have aluminum foil under for drippings.
Bake in oven at 145 degrees for 6 to 8 hours or in dehydrator until dry.
I like to leave my oven door open a little to let out moisture.
Blot meat on paper towel to remove excess fat, if there is any.

Store in tightly covered container.

*I can only find the Allegro Marinade at Fred Meyers, so here is a link to a store locator.
http://www.allegromarinade.com/locator.html

 

[Kei]

I've always wanted to try making my own jerky but didn't know you could do it with an oven. Always thought you needed a dehydrator.

 

[Ol-blue]

You don't need a dehydrator at all. I do it all the time.

 

[chowhound]

Thanks for the recipe, Deb. I've never heard of Allegros, but will see what I can do. Munching on jerky has got to be better than munching of pepperoni all day (lol).

 

[JoeV]

My oven's lowest temp is 170F. Might be too warm for drying. Guess I'll do a little research and check it out.

 

[Kei]

You don't need a dehydrator at all. I do it all the time.

Thanks for the recipe. I'll have to give it a try.

 

[Ol-blue]

Chowhound, It is not easy to find in the store, at least at my store anyway. They have it in a specialty section with other marinades.

JoeV, you may just need to open your door a little more and watch it.

 

[Ol-blue]

Thanks for the recipe. I'll have to give it a try.

You are welcome. I hope you like it.