Beef Jerky Recipe: Savory and Smoky
Classic Beef Jerky with savory, smoky flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs lean beef top round, bottom round, or flank steak
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp liquid smoke
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
- Optional: Cracked black pepper rosemary
- Suggested Pairings: Craft beer nuts
Instructions
- Trim and slice beef into 1/4-inch strips; freeze 1–2 hours to firm.
- Whisk marinade ingredients; taste and adjust.
- Marinate beef for 6–12 hours in the fridge.
- Preheat oven to 165°F; pat beef dry, arrange on wire racks.
- Bake 4–6 hours with the door ajar.
- Serve on a white ceramic platter with pepper, rosemary, beer, and nuts.
Notes
- Use lean beef for the best texture.
- Store at room temp for one month, fridge for 3 months, or freeze for 6 months.
- Try a gluten-free or spicy variation.
- Pair with dried fruit.