John - Three-Pepper Hotstepper

All of my favorite jerky flavors have lots of pepper. I picked some of my favorite varieties and combined them into one smokin' recipe! Every ingredient is designed to make the smoked paprika flavor shine-- with some extra heat and flavor.

Steps

1. Slice the eye of round to desired thickness (i prefer 1/4")
2. Mix all other ingredients in bowl until sugar is dissolved
3. Add beef to marinade and mix thoroughly
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours
5. Remove marinated strips, pat them dry with paper towel
6. Grind some fresh black pepper onto the pieces before hanging
7. Hang on rack and bake in oven at 170 degrees for at least 3 hours
8. Jerky is done when it bends stiffly but doesn't break