Description
A nutrient-rich jerky made with beef and spinach, providing a good source of iron.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 170°F (77°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped spinach, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet in a thin layer, about 1/8 inch thick.
- Bake for 4-6 hours, or until the jerky is dry and firm. The exact time will depend on your oven and the thickness of the jerky.
- Once baked, remove the jerky from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Break or cut the jerky into desired pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- For a spicier jerky, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the mixture.
- Ensure the jerky is completely dry before storing to prevent mold.
- You can also use a dehydrator for this recipe. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for jerky.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: beef jerky, spinach jerky, iron jerky, homemade jerky, beef snack, healthy snack, protein snack