I got this list from a very helpful person over 10 years ago. Got some great results with it and then lost it a few years ago. Out of the blue, I found it backed up on a old floppy (yes, floppy). Anyway, some of this stuff is worth sharing.
Your own curing and smoking process apply of course, but some of these might be a good change of pace from the same ol' brown sugar and soy sauce.
Your own curing and smoking process apply of course, but some of these might be a good change of pace from the same ol' brown sugar and soy sauce.
Great Jerky
Old favorite.
3/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon cracked pepper 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
I garlic clove, crushed (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except meat. Stir to mix well. Place the meat slices in a single layer
on a clean flat surface. Generously spread both sides with the salt mixture. Place the meat strips on a tightly
covered glass, stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container. Marinate 6 to 12 hours in the refrigerator,
stirring occasionally and keeping the mixture tightly covered. Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
Teriyaki Jerky
One piece will whet your appetite for more.
1/2 teaspoon salt I garlic clove, crushed
1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons brown sugar (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except meat. Stir to mix well. Place meat 3 or 4 layers deep in a
glass, stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container, spooning soy sauce mixture over each layer. Cover
tightly. Marinate 6 to 12 hours in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally and keeping the mixture tightly
covered. Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
Sweet & Sour Jerky
You'll be pleasantly surprised.
1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon onion powder, pages 54 and 55 1/4 cup pineapple juice
1 garlic clove, crushed 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons brown sugar (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except meat. Stir to mix well. Place meat 3 or 4 layers deep in a
glass, stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container, spooning vinegar mixture over each layer. Cover
tightly. Marinate 6 to 12 hours in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally and keeping the mixture tightly
covered. Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
Curried Jerky
A gourmet's delight.'
1 teaspoon salt 1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/16 teaspoon ground cloves 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except meat. Stir to mix well. Place the meat slices in a single layer
on a clean flat surface. Generously sprinkle both sides with the salt mixture. Place the meat strips in a tightly
covered glass, stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container. Marinate 6 to 12 hours in the refrigerator,
stirring occasionally and keeping the mixture tightly covered.
Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
Frontier Jerky
Something to nibble on as you tell stories around the campfire.
1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons liquid smoke
1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon garlic powder (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except meat. Stir to mix well. Place meat 3 or 4 layers deep in a
glass, stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container, spooning liquid smoke mixture over each layer. Cover
tightly. Marinate 6 to 12 hours in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally and keeping the mixture tightly
covered. Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
Western Barbecue Jerky
A tasty reminder of the Old West.
1 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/3 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon onion powder 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
1 teaspoon dry mustard
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except meat. Stir to mix well. Place meat 3 or 4 layers deep in a
glass, stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container, spooning vinegar mixture over each layer. Cover
tightly. Marinate 6 to 12 hours in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally and keeping the mixture tightly
covered. Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
Hot & Tangy Jerky
For those who like to try something different.
1 teaspoon salt 2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/4 teaspoon cracked pepper 2 tablespoons A-i Sauce
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon onion powder 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon paprika (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except meat. Stir to mix well. Place meat 3 or 4 layers deep in a
glass, stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container, spooning Worcestershire sauce mixture over each
layer. Cover tightly. Marinate 6 to 12 hours in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally and keeping the mixture
tightly covered. Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
Middle Eastern Jerky
A good snack to take on a camel ride—or anywhere else.
1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons coriander 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon chili powder (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except meat. Stir to mix well. Place the meat slices in a single layer
on a clean flat surface. Generously sprinkle both sides with the salt mixture. Place the meat strips in a tightly
covered glass, stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container. Marinate 6 to 12 hours in the refrigerator,
stirring occasionally and keeping the mixture tightly covered. Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
Fiesta Jerky
Hot and spicy /
1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon garlic powder (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except meat. Stir to mix well. Place the meat slices in a single layer
on a clean flat surface. Generously sprinkle both sides with the salt mixture. Place the meat strips in a tightly
covered glass, stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container. Marinate 6 to 1 2 hours in the refrigerator,
stirring occasionally and keeping the mixture tightly covered. Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
Mild Mexican Jerky
Flavorful, but not too hot.
1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon oregano, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except meat. Stir to mix well. Place the meat slices in a single layer
on a clean flat surface. Generously sprinkle both sides with the salt mixture. Place the meat strips in a tightly
covered glass. stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container. Marinate 6 to 12 hours in the refrigerator,
stirring occasionally and keeping the mixture tightly covered. Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
Hawaiian Jerky
Pineapple juice gives jerky an island flavor
1 teaspoon salt 1 garlic clove, crushed
1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 cup pineapple juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except meat. Stir to mix well. Place meat 3 or 4 layers deep in a
glass, stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container, spooning soy sauce mixture over each layer. Cover
tightly. Marinate 6 to 12 hours in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally and keeping the mixture tightly
covered. Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
Korean Jerky
Sesame seeds add special flavor and texture.
1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon dry sherry, if desired
1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 lb. lean meat, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons sugar (3/16 to 1/4 inch thick)
1 teaspoon monosodium glutamate, if desired 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1/4 cup soy sauce
In a small bowl. combine all ingredients except meat and sesame seeds. Stir to mix well. Place meat 3 or 4
layers deep in a glass, stoneware, plastic or stainless steel container, spooning soy sauce mixture over
each layer. Cover tightly. Marinate 6 to 12 hours in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally and keeping the
mixture tightly covered. Before drying, sprinkle each meat slice with sesame seeds. Makes 1/4 pound jerky.
