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Home/4 Simple Steps to Make Guilt Free Homemade Beef Jerky

4 SIMPLE STEPS TO MAKE HOMEMADE HEALTHY BEEF JERKY

LOVE BEEF JERKY BUT DON’T WANT TO PAY FOR THE CRAZY MARKUP OF STORE-BOUGHT VARIETIES?


Then it would be best if you considered investing in a food dehydrator and making your delicious beef jerky at home. 

In addition to homemade beef jerky being much healthier and beneficial – it is also ideal for those desiring tasty snacks while following a diet, as it is high in protein and low in calories.


You’ll surely save money as well in this period of ever-increasing prices of goods, making dehydrators a must-have.


In this short blog post, you’ll learn more about the following:


  1. Fantastic benefits of food dehydrators

  2. The best dehydration practices

  3. The simple recipe you can use to make the best beef jerky.


And more! So, let’s proceed!


OUTSTANDING BENEFITS OF FOOD DEHYDRATION

It might seem confusing & tedious at first, but using a food dehydrator is a straightforward process.


You slice the food into thin pieces, place them in a food dehydrator, and then sit back and wait.


But one of the most outstanding benefits of using a dehydrator is preserving nutritional value. 


Since the food is not cooked, it retains more of its vitamins and minerals. This makes dehydrated food an excellent option for people looking for a more nutritious snack.


WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO MAKE BEEF JERKY


You might not be aware of it, but making beef jerky is really easy and relatively inexpensive. All you need is the following:


  1. Good-quality beef 

  2. Your favorite seasoning

  3. "The Beast" food dehydrator.


MAKING BEEF JERKY IS SURPRISINGLY SIMPLE AND DOESN'T REQUIRE SPECIAL TOOLS.


HERE ARE 4 SIMPLE STEPS TO MAKE YOUR GUILT-FREE JERKY AT HOME


1. START BY SLICING THE BEEF INTO THIN STRIPS


You can use a sharp knife or a meat slicer to do this. After cutting the beef, season it with your favorite spices or marinade.


2. SPREAD THE BEEF STRIPS OUT ON THE FOOD DEHYDRATOR TRAYS


Leave space between the strips so the air can circulate evenly. Make sure that the beef strips are not touching other to ensure a perfect balance dehydration for all strips.


3. SET THE DEHYDRATOR TO THE APPROPRIATE TEMPERATURE


Your standard beef jerky takes about 4-8 hours to dehydrate completely. Set the dehydrator to 167°F and let it run for around 6 hours, or until done.


Your slices' thickness will influence how long it takes to finish dehydrating


Tip: Preheat the dehydrator - before placing the beef in the dehydrator, preheat the machine to 160°F. This temperature will help to kill any bacteria and will also allow the jerky to dry evenly.

4. STORE THE BEEF IN AIR TIGHT CONTAINERS


Storing your beef in airtight containers will help keep it fresh and prevent it from spoiling. You can also use vacuum-sealed bags when it is dry. 


AND YOU’RE DONE! EASY, RIGHT?


Now you have beef jerky ready to refuel your body and keep going, whether hiking, climbing, camping, or just loving a good, guilt-free, satisfying jerky.


But if you’re looking for more beef jerky variations...


You can have it all inside our Dehydrated Recipes Booklet with 100 Awesome Recipes


Chipotle-style jerky? Sure, we have it inside our recipe booklet.


Want a guilt-free cookie? Sure, we have different guilt-free cookie recipes as well.


All these and much more! But the best thing is – it’s easy to read, and you will get a step-by-step guide to dehydrating just about anything.


Food dehydration is an easy and inexpensive way to preserve food, and make jerky, nutritious trail meals, and other kinds of snacks!


It’s effortless and straightforward to use — in a few simple steps, you can have delicious beef jerky, trail mix, or whatever dried snacks you wish to make!


All in a fraction of the time and cost!

MUST KNOW: 3 BEST PRACTICES FOR MAKING THE BEST BEEF JERKY

🌥️MARINATE THE BEEF STRIPS OVERNIGHT

Doing so helps to infuse the beef with flavor and ensures that the jerky will be as flavorful as possible.


But be careful; you might not want to let it marinate for too long. The more you let it sit, the more it gets saltier. (Unless you like it that way)

⌛ CHECK ON IT OCCASIONALLY TO MAKE SURE IT DOESN'T BURN

Uneven dehydration might be a problem if your dehydrator doesn't have a rear-mounted fan.


If you're going to use The BEAST™ dehydrator, rotating trays will not be required. Its rear-mounted fan will make everything effortless for you.



🧂 EXPERIMENT WITH DIFFERENT SEASONINGS AND FLAVORS

Experimenting with different flavors & seasonings is the best way to find out what you like and ensure that your beef jerky is as delicious as possible.

🙋 INTRODUCING: THE BEST FOOD DEHYDRATOR —THE BEAST! 🙋

The BEAST™ by Denali – 8 Layer Stainless Steel Dehydrator
5.0

The BEAST might be a powerful machine, yet its ease of use makes it no-sweat to tame.

Dehydrate your food with perfect balance without wasting time rotating trays.


The rear-mounted fan will do the job on your behalf to make sure your food is dehydrated evenly.


And, when it's time to clean up, the stainless steel trays are dishwasher safe making it really convenient.


The BEAST™ Dehydrator is the perfect tool for aspiring foodies. It comes with everything you need, including:


✅ 8 metal racks & non-stick mats


✅ Free recipe book containing 100+ guilt-free recipes.


✅ A manual to help you handle the beastly machine as if it’s a puppy  


✅ 5-star customer service ready to help you with any concerns


Take advantage of the chance to elevate your culinary creations. 


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The BEAST might be a powerful machine, yet its ease of use makes it no-sweat to tame.

Dehydrate your food with perfect balance without wasting time rotating trays.


The rear-mounted fan will do the job on your behalf to make sure your food is dehydrated evenly.


And, when it's time to clean up, the stainless steel trays are dishwasher safe making it really convenient.


The BEAST™ Dehydrator is the perfect tool for aspiring foodies. It comes with everything you need, including:


✅ 8 metal racks & non-stick mats


✅ Free recipe book containing 100+ guilt-free recipes.


✅ A manual to help you handle the beastly machine as if it’s a puppy  


✅ 5-star customer service ready to help you with any concerns


Take advantage of the chance to elevate your culinary creations. 


Get the BEAST™ Dehydrator and join the ranks of dehydrating superstars for a $40 discount + Free Delivery across the USA 👇🏻

 

CUSTOMER REVIEWS


Sally Engle ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


"I bought the Beast on a Christmas sale. I have to admit that I wasn’t too sure about it in the beginning. Now I love it more than my Excalibur. Looking forward to all the things I will dehydrate in 2023."


Norman Hamilton ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


"This Dehydrator is great!! I got it for a property I own in Texas and host large gatherings at, and we love making a bunch of jerky for all of our guests! The recipes are awesome and I can’t wait to try out some more of them for New Year’s. If you’re looking for a dehydrator that walks the walk, and is A BEAST, this is the dehydrator you need—Way better than my little old plastic one I had to fuss with!


Glad that Denali provided some of the silicone mats also, didn’t even realize they were included with the amazon purchase. Overall, this is a great product and I highly recommend this company to anyone looking to get started with dehydrating… once you start dehydrating, you’re going to quickly realize you need a larger dehydrator, and this one is a perfect size for those that love jerky!"


Anton ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


"Best Dehydrator I have ever had! This dehydrator is perfect for dried fruits on our drinks during cocktail hour. Compared to our Excalibur, this machine blows it away!! Super easy to use the touch display and it has easy to understand settings. Quietest dehydrator ever also. Might have to get another because we already overload it to capacity even with 8 layers."



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