Jerky Lover's Jerky – Sweet, Hot and Spicy!

Jerky Lover's Jerky – Sweet, Hot and Spicy!

We’re confident this will be your favorite sweet and spicy beef jerky recipe for those that love that balance of hot and sweet. This is the ultimate treat for family outings, sporting events, camping, or hiking trips. Pineapple juice is the key that ties the flavors together. Go easy on the black and red pepper as the flavor goes a long way!

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
5 hrs
Additional Time:
3 hrs 15 mins
Total Time:
8 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 pound lean beef sirloin tip, sliced into 1/8 inch strips
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2/3 cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup pineapple juice
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup teriyaki sauce
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 5 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste (Optional)

Directions

Step 1
Mix together onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl or cup. Season beef lightly, using only part of the spice blend and reserving the rest. Place beef into an airtight plastic container or bowl, and refrigerate.

Step 2
Stir together brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, balsamic vinegar, teriyaki sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke flavoring. Heat until brown sugar has completely dissolved. Refrigerate marinade until cool.

Step 3
Pour cooled marinade over the seasoned meat, and mix by hand to coat. Seal the bowl, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

Step 4
Arrange beef strips on the rack of a dehydrator, and sprinkle with a little bit more of the spice mixture and red pepper flakes. Dry for 5 hours, or to your desired dryness.

Tips

Use an electric knife and slice a semi-frozen sirloin for ease of cutting and for thinner, more uniform slices.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

527
Calories
28g
Fat
47g
Carbs
23g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 527
% Daily Value *
Total Fat28g 35%
Saturated Fat7g 33%
Cholesterol60mg 20%
Sodium3319mg 144%
Total Carbohydrate47g 17%
Dietary Fiber1g 4%
Total Sugars39g
Protein23g
Vitamin C7mg 35%
Calcium85mg 7%
Iron5mg 28%
Potassium674mg 14%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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