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Spicy Honey BBQ Beef Jerky

A deliciously spicy and sweet beef jerky, perfect for snacking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef
  • 2 pounds beef flank steak trimmed of fat
Marinade
  • 1/4 cup honey for sweetness
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce for saltiness
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce for depth of flavor
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper for heat
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika for smokiness

Method
 

Prepare the Beef
  1. Slice the beef flank steak into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Place the beef strips in a mixing bowl.
Make the Marinade
  1. In a separate bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
Marinate the Beef
  1. Pour the marinade over the beef strips and mix until all pieces are well coated.
  2. Seal the beef in a zip-top bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Dehydrate the Beef
  1. Preheat the dehydrator to 160°F (71°C).
  2. Remove the beef from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Arrange the beef strips in a single layer on the dehydrator trays.
  4. Dehydrate for 4-6 hours, or until the jerky is dry and chewy.
Store and Enjoy
  1. Let the jerky cool completely before storing.
  2. Store in an airtight container or zip-top bag at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of cayenne pepper and hot sauce to suit your taste.

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