Sweet & Spicy Sesame Beef Jerky
A blend of savoury soy, toasty sesame, a hint of sweetness from sugar, and a gentle kick of pepper flakes, creating a jerky that's satisfyingly bold.COOKING METHOD: Dehydrating
Notable Equipment
- 1 Dehydrator
- 1 Meat Tenderizer
Ingredients
- 450 g lean beef
- ½ cup soy sauce see notes
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp chili flakes
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl (except for beef and sesame seeds). Mix well and set aside.
- 2. Slice beef into about ¼" thick slices (length does not matter) and tenderize with meat tenderizer. (Tenderize to obtain proper and even thickness, as well as to best allow marinade to soak into the meat).
- 3. Slice into about 1″ - 2" wide pieces; length to preference.
- 4. Place meat into container with marinade. Gently stir and fold to ensure all meat is coated with marinade.
- 5. Let marinate in fridge for 12 hours. Meat will absorb much of the marinade and appear thicker.
- 6. Arrange on a mesh lined dehydrating tray with enough room for air to circulate between the pieces (no over lapping).
- 7. Dehydrate at 160℉ for about 6 hours. When done, meat should be dry but pliable.
Notes
- Soy Sauce: You can use any soy sauce or even Bragg’s Savoury Liquid Seasoning. If your soy sauce is particularly concentrated, thick, or high in sodium, consider reducing the amount and replacing the rest with water for a more balanced flavour or reduced sodium.
- Sesame oil is naturally high in fat, which can be tricky for dehydrated foods. However, it works beautifully in this recipe! Just keep in mind that the higher fat content may reduce its shelf life compared to traditional jerky. For the best freshness, I recommend storing this jerky in the fridge.
- Dehydrating time may vary (the thickness, water and fat content of the meat, as well as the humidity and altitude of your environment will impact dehydrating time)
- Using an oven? Click here for directions on how to dehydrate jerky with your oven
- Storage: When dried and stored properly, your jerky should keep at room temperature for 2 weeks, 6 weeks in the fridge, or 6 months in the freezer. Click here for more storage tips to prolong the life of your jerky.
- Learn more about dehydrating from our post How to Dehydrate: Learning the Basics
Nutrition
Serving: 50gCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 11.9gProtein: 18gFat: 12.1gSaturated Fat: 3.4gCholesterol: 53mgSodium: 422mgFiber: 0.6gSugar: 6.4g
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