How to Make Beef or Moose Jerky - A Step-by-Step Guide

Beef or moose jerky is a delicious and protein-packed snack that is perfect for taking with you on outdoor adventures, road trips, or even just enjoying at home. This savory and satisfying snack can be made from either beef or moose meat, and is a great way to preserve and enjoy lean, flavorful meat for an extended period of time.

With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you can create your own batch of homemade beef or moose jerky that is sure to impress your friends...

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds rump roast
  • 3 cups soy sauce
  • 3 cups packed brown sugar
  • 4 fluid ounces hickory-flavored liquid smoke

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 hrs
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 13 hrs
  • Servings: 6

  • Slice roast into slabs approximately 1/4-inch thick. (Note: you can have this done at the grocery store or butcher). Trim off all of the fat from the edges. Cut the slabs into pencil-like strips, about 1/4-inch wide and about 4 inches long.
  • Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, and hickory-flavored liquid smoke in a large bowl; blend well. Place all of the meat into the bowl of marinade. Cover and place in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Place meat strips in a food dehydrator for about 12 to 20 hours, depending on how dry you like your jerky. Rotate the trays after 6 hours. For example: Bottom tray on top, top tray on bottom, second tray from bottom to be second tray from top, and so on.
  • Nutrition

    1129 cal.

    • Total Fat: 51g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 138mg
    • Sodium: 7357mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 118g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 109g
    • Protein: 53g
    • Calcium: 127mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1184mg