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Sweet Red Smoke Beef Jerky Recipe

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Sweet Red Smoke Beef Jerky Recipe
Sweet, with a kick of smoke, finishes with a bit of heat in the back. I wanted to make the smoked paprika the star of this recipe and not hiding it. It also turns out nice and red. Easily adjusted for more heat, but this is kid approved. I wanted to submit this as my first ever attempt, and relied heavily on my wife and kids for taste as I've been sick and my taste is off. However, if the kids will eat it, it must be alright!
Dave - Sweet Red Smoke Beef JerkyTest Kitchen Recipe

Dave - Sweet Red Smoke Beef Jerky

Sweet, with a kick of smoke, finishes with a bit of heat in the back. I wanted to make the smoked paprika the star of this recipe and not hiding it. It also turns out nice and red. Easily adjusted for more heat, but this is kid approved.

Prep1 hr 20 min20 min hands-on + 1 hr marinate
Dry / Cook4 hr 30 min
Total5 hr 50 minlonger marinate = better
YieldAbout 1/2 the weight of the raw meat
MethodDehydrator
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Ingredients

Steps

  1. Freeze eye of round for 1-2hours prior to slicing
  2. slice to 1/8-1/4" thick
  3. mix all incredients in a bowl thoroughly
  4. add sliced beef and mix to 1gallon zip top bag
  5. remove as much air as possible and mix/shake for total coverage
  6. stash in fridge for 24-48 hours
  7. remove from bag and pat strips dry with paper towel
  8. place strips on wire rack and dehydrate at 165 degrees for about 4hours (depending on thickness) and the internal temp reaches 160degrees

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