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is homemade beef jerky gluten free

Is Homemade Beef Jerky Gluten Free?

Savory, sweet and homemade beef jerky, marinated to perfection and slowly dehydrated until tender and flavorful.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 65 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound thinly sliced top round beef or rump roast
  • 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar or a sugar substitute
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon pink Himalayan salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion
  • 3-5 tablespoons water

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, combine all the ingredients to create a marinade.
  • Coat each strip of beef with the marinade, ensuring they are well covered.
  • Place the beef strips in a gallon Ziplock bag, remove excess air, seal, and refrigerate for 12-24 hours to marinate.
  • When ready to dehydrate, line the lower rack of your oven with foil (not covering the sides) to ease cleaning and protect the heating element.
  • Preheat your oven to the lowest temperature (no lower than 155-160°F to avoid bacterial growth).
  • Hang the marinated beef strips on the top rack of the oven, ensuring no overlap for efficient drying.
  • Dehydrate for 5-8 hours, or until the meat turns dark brown and is completely dehydrated, without becoming too tough.