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Venison Jerky Recipe

Venison Jerky Recipe

This Venison Jerky recipe brings out the best in wild game, offering a delicious, homemade snack. Lean venison is sliced thin and marinated in a robust blend of spices and seasonings, then dried to perfection. This jerky is ideal for those who appreciate the rich, earthy flavors of venison, providing a great source of protein.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Wild Game
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs venison sliced into thin strips
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

  1. Prepare Venison: Trim any fat from the venison and slice it into thin, even strips.
  2. Make Marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Marinate: Place the venison strips in the marinade, ensuring they are fully covered. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  4. Dry Venison: Preheat your oven to 160°F (70°C). Remove the venison 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 4 to 6 hours, or until the jerky is dry and slightly pliable.
  6. Cool and Store: Let the jerky cool completely before storing in an airtight container.