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Pork Jerky Recipe

Enjoy the unique and delightful taste of homemade Pork Jerky with this simple and savory recipe. Using quality pork, marinated in a blend of sweet and spicy flavors, this jerky is slow-cooked to achieve a tender, chewy texture. It's a fantastic snack for any time of the day and a great way to preserve pork.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: pork
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs pork loin sliced into thin strips
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

Method
 

  1. Prepare Pork: Trim any excess fat from the pork loin and slice it into thin, even strips.
  2. Mix Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, ground ginger, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Marinate Pork: Place the pork strips in the marinade, ensuring they are completely coated. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  4. Prepare for Drying: Preheat your oven to 175°F (80°C). Remove the pork from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Arrange the strips on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
  5. Oven Drying: Bake for 3 to 4 hours, or until the jerky is dry and firm yet still pliable.
  6. Cool and Store: Allow the jerky to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.