All you need is an oven! I love making low-carb jerky because it's a fantastic travel-friendly snack — it lasts for months without refrigeration. Dehydration (removing water from food) helps preserve it, and using salt adds another level of protection.
To get the best homemade beef jerky you'll ever eat all you need is a low in fat cut of meat and a can of your favorite Zevia. We went with the flavor of cola this time around, but we also think their cream soda and Dr Zevia would make great options for homemade jerky. The Zevia comes into play during the marinating process.
Do I need a smoker or a dehydrator to make beef jerky? You don't need a special smoker or dehydrator. You can use your oven on low heat. Granted, the result will be jerky that needs refrigeration since not all the moisture is removed this way.