Oven Dried Jerky
Oven dried jerky offers a savory, smoky treat with bold flavors of Worcestershire, soy, and liquid smoke. Perfect for snacking or outdoor adventures, this homemade jerky is lean, economical, and customizable. Its chewy texture and rich taste make it a favorite among meat lovers and DIY enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Trim semi-frozen meat and slice into 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick strips.
- In a bowl, combine Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, water, soy sauce, pepper, salt, and liquid smoke.
- Stir until the mixture is well dissolved.
- Add the meat strips to the marinade and coat thoroughly.
- Let stand for 1 hour or refrigerate overnight to absorb flavors.
- Remove excess liquid from the meat strips.
- Arrange the strips close together on oven or cake racks in shallow pans.
- Dry the meat in the oven at the lowest temperature (150° to 200°F) until it turns brown and feels hard, about 4 to 7 hours.
- Pat off any beads of oil from the dried meat.
- Cool the jerky and store in airtight bags or jars for indefinite keeping.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
267
kcal
13% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).