Beef Jerky 3 Ways

[ssandy_561]

My conclusions from todays cook.

Pineapple Teriyaki Jerky
-Super tender. The pineapple juice did its job tenderizing the beef.
-Nice saltiness. Just the right amount.
-Lacked pineapple flavor. Probably should have used a large can of minced pineapple instead of just juice.
-Didn’t taste any sesame or ginger. Probably should have used more of each.

Dr. Pepper Jalapeño Jerky
-The spice from the Jalapeños was on point and the brightness it brought to the jerky was great.
-Big beef flavor for this one.
-I didn’t get much flavor or sweetness from the Dr.Pepper. Maybe if I revisit this jerky I’ll start with 6 cups of Dr. Pepper and reduce it to 3 cups before I make the marinade.

Sweet and Spicy Jerky
-So delicious. The perfect balance between sweet and heat for me.
-The perfect saltiness for my taste also.
-I’ll always make this jerky ever time I make some.

[tbob4]

I just happened upon this. Thanks!

[smokyYank]

WOW, @ssandy_561

Thanks for all the info, especially the epilogue...

Anybody have anything to add, e.g. Do's and Dont's, especially from your experience, for a first-timer???

[Redwng]

I have been using cheap ($4.99-5.99/lb) NY strips from the local Winn Dixie. Not high quality like my Creekstone steaks but perfect for jerky.

[Michael_in_TX]

I have been using cheap ($4.99-5.99/lb) NY strips from the local Winn Dixie. Not high quality like my Creekstone steaks but perfect for jerky.

I may give that a try. I've got some USDA Select strip steaks in the freezer that I have been trying to figure out a use for!

[smokyYank]

Hmmmm...I haven't asked about USDA rating.

I'm guessing Prime is a waste of money; was thinking Choice would be the way to go. Michael_in_TX, you mentioned Select - is that good enough?

[Michael_in_TX]

My thinking on Select is that it would have the least amount of intramuscular fat, so it would be the best (and safest) for jerky.

[SheilaAnn]

ssandy_561 if you don’t mind, what is the sweet and spicy marinade?

[ssandy_561]

In my first post on page 1 there is a link to my post where I made the sweet and spicy beef jerky with the marinade recipe.

[DaveF]

Just stumbled across this. Thanks so much for the inspiration and detailed photos and recipes!