Ingredients
✓ 2 pounds lean beef (top round, bottom round, or eye of round)
✓ ½ cup soy sauce
✓ ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
✓ 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
✓ 1 tablespoon olive oil
✓ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
✓ 1 teaspoon onion powder
✓ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
✓ 1 teaspoon black pepper
✓ ½ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
✓ ½ teaspoon ground cumin
✓ 1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional, for smoky flavor)
Instructions
✓ Slice beef against the grain into ¼-inch thick strips
✓ Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl and whisk until well mixed
✓ Place beef strips in a large resealable bag or shallow dish
✓ Pour marinade over beef strips and coat evenly
✓ Marinate in refrigerator for 4 to 24 hours
✓ Preheat dehydrator or oven to 160°F to 170°F
✓ Place beef strips on dehydrator trays or oven racks
✓ Dry for 4 to 6 hours or until jerky is dry and leathery
✓ Let cool completely before storing in airtight containers
Notes
Store in airtight containers at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or refrigerate for up to 1 month. For best results, slice beef against the grain and marinate for 4-24 hours.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 25