Leaving space in between the beef jerky slices allows the air to better circulate and dry the meat. Step 8 - Beef jerky takes around 4-5 hours to dry when dehydrating. Turn the dehydrator to 165° and let it run for about 4 hours until the internal temperature of the jerky reaches a safe 160° as per guidelines from the USDA.
Making jerky in a dehydrator is the easiest and best way to make homemade jerky. They are relatively inexpensive and here I will show you how easy it is to make great tasting beef jerky! Pick a lean cut of beef. Trim the fat cap and other visible fat. After trimmed, place the meat in the freezer for 1-2 hours or until partially frozen.
We all know that meat is a perfect low carb keto snack because it has zero carbs. However, most commercially prepared beef jerky is prepared with marinades using sugar so carbs can add up. We love homemade jerky, but hate the time it takes to slice and soak in marinade. That’s why we make ground meat jerky now.
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