Description
A savory and slightly sweet beef jerky with a satisfying crunch, featuring apple.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast, thinly sliced
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine apple juice, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade and toss to coat evenly.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 170°F (77°C) or set your dehydrator to the same temperature.
- Remove beef from the marinade, discarding the excess liquid. Pat the slices dry with paper towels.
- Arrange the beef slices in a single layer on dehydrator trays or baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Dehydrate for 4-8 hours, or until the jerky is dry and leathery but still pliable. The time will vary depending on your dehydrator or oven.
- Allow the jerky to cool completely before storing.
Notes
- For a chewier jerky, reduce the drying time. For a crispier jerky, increase the drying time.
- Store jerky in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or in the refrigerator for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Snack
- Method: Dehydrating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: beef jerky, apple jerky, homemade jerky, dried beef, snack, protein