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Western Meat Jerky is unlike any jerky you’ve ever eaten. The recipe combines classic flavors and makes store-bought jerky taste like trash. This Western Meat Jerky will make you question why you ever ate store bought jerky and begs for you to check out the rest of our meat snacks.

If you love deer meat, this jerky will make you want to have this as your main jerky. Incredible flavor and texture.

Thai sweet chili sauce is a combination of chili peppers, vinegar, sugar, salt and starch. It is a popular Asian condiment, but also works well as a marinade for beef and chicken. The sugar in the sauce balances the heat from the peppers and complements the umami flavor of the jerky.

Although you can find pre-made beef jerky at the store, nothing compares to the taste and texture of homemade. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast alongside fruit and yogurt, or as a protein-packed snack after work, this salted, sweet homemade Teriyaki Beef Jerky will definitely become a new addition to your list of favorites!

Be sure to freeze venison before dehydrating to kill any harmful bacteria. The pineapple juice in this recipe adds a tart sweetness to complement the heat from the sriracha sauce.

This is sweet and tangy with a kick. It also works well with poultry and pork.

This marinade also pairs well with pork and fish.

You can also use this peppy marinade with pork.

The chili powder and other seasonings in this recipe come together to create a harissa flavor. This dry preparation produces a less oily jerky which tends to stay fresh for a longer time. When dehydrating meats, always read machine instructions for time and temperature recommendations - meats are typically dehydrated for anywhere from 4 to 12 hours.

I love using this marinade with flank steak but it also works with pork and fish. Grinding the meat will give the jerky a different textureless tough and easier to chew. You'll need a jerky gun for this. It works much like a pastry bag (which you can use instead), in that you fill it with the ground meat mixture and can then squeeze it out into thin strips or sticks in a uniform manner, making a more attractive jerky stick.

If you are looking for a delicious jerky preparation but want a leaner protein, try this turkey jerky recipe. Be sure to trim any remaining fat from turkey prior to dehydrating.

Use the leanest possible ground beef to create a beef jerky product that dehydrates well. When working with a jerky gun, make sure to keep the meat very cold.

This also works well with beef, poultry, and wild game.

This is my go-to marinade for beef and game.

This recipe for turkey jerky is simple but has a deep flavor that comes from the smoke-infused ingredients. Because turkey is not naturally very flavorful, it goes well with many different, bold flavor combinations.

This smoked salmon chowder is truly comfort food in a bowl. The smoky salmon combines with a creamy, comforting base to create an amazing dish you’ll never want to stop eating.

This is the best Red Beans and Rice recipe! It's rich, hearty and so flavorful! This is one of those dishes that you keep in your back pocket for when you need something quick to throw together.

Pastrami jerky takes the great flavor of cured meat and captures it in a jerky-style snack. Whole spices give it the taste and appearance of deli-style pastrami.

If you are craving Chinese takeout, this flavorful jerky has all the taste of a Chinese classic and can stay fresh for a month in the refrigerator. The jerky can also be frozen for up to several months.

This delicious mexican burrito is a delicious meal full of tasty flavors making you want to make another batch tomorrow. The cheese and chicken blend together in perfect harmony with a tomatoey jalapeno salsa making for a mouth watering dish that will have you coming back for more. The perfect meal to take with you when traveling or camping.

This lightly seasoned jerky is a great introduction to dehydrated meats. This recipe calls for the meat to be brined, which means the meat is soaked in a salt/sugar solution to tenderize it prior to cooking or dehydrating. It is preferable to freeze the meat before slicing.

This warm maple marinade, spiced with black and cayenne pepper, also works well with duck and goose.

A lemon pepper beef jerky recipe with flavor combo unlike any other. It's got the perfect combo of lemon juice, Worcestershire, soy sauce, brown sugar, a dash of garlic, and and just the right amount of of lemon pepper. It’s moist and chewy and has a pop of lemon pepper flavor in every bite.

This lamb jerky is the one of the tastiest jerkys you can find. It will keep you going on your next hiking trip and serve as a healthy, filling snack that won't make you feel guilty afterwards.

This Hawaiian-style beef jerky, known as pipi kaula (beef rope), is a must-have for any snack-a-holic. The ginger and soy sauce give it a flavorful, irresistible taste that has garnered it the reputation as one of the best snack foods available.

If you want a really tasty ground beef jerky recipe for a dehydrator without breaking the bank this should be your go to. This tasty jerky is one that you are going to want to hide from your friends and family as it will disappear very quickly.

If there is one thing that we can't get enough of, it's fish. And, if you love fish too then this dry-aged jerky is perfect for you. This juicy slab of halibut jerky is sure to impress.

If you've got a busy week coming up this is the perfect snack to prepare for a healthy on the go snack. This ground beef jerky is a much quicker alternative to your standard beef jerky while still maintaining that mouth watering taste.

Coke is typically used in meat marinades to tenderize the meat, but it can also be used as a sugar-base in a marinade. This serves as a nice balance to the jerkys natural salty and savory flavor.

This marinade is a delicious combination of sweet, salty, and hot. It's also a great choice for goose.

Beef makes a great base for jerky as it absorbs so much delicious flavor. This dry cure beef is an easy on the go snack that will pack a punch with the spices of both the cayenne and the chili powder sure to give this jerky a nice kick.

These dried prawn crackers are packed full of flavour, making them a great accompaniment to your favourite Asian dish. By making them at home, you can know exactly what goes into it and be sure that there are no preservatives or artificial ingredients

Dehydrated tuna is the healthiest and most delicious way to snack on fish. This snack is an ideal way to give your pet a healthy treat or to grab something quick for yourself or your family!

If you love fish jerky but hate all the preservatives, you'll love our easy fish jerky recipe that's filled with flavor and protein and easy to make. Draft it up in a few minutes and let the dehydrator do the rest of the work while you sleep. Double or triple the amounts to have a salty and delicious treat at hand for months.

Create a tasty snack from your leftover holiday ham. This recipe will help you dehydrate your ham to preserve it and make it into a snack that's perfect for hiking trips or outdoor adventures.

Dehydrated shrimp is the perfect addition to all your Asian meals. In Thai soups, fish sauces and stir-fries, dried shrimp are a universal favorite. They have a pleasantly sweet aroma and mild taste that can be used in all kinds of recipes.

The most popular way to enjoy imitation crab is as a sushi topping. However, another way to eat imitation crab is to bring it home and dehydrate it until it's crispy. After dehydrating, you can store the imitation crab in an air tight container and use it as a snack or even make imitation crab cakes out of them.

Have you ever preserved ground beef in a food dehydrator? It’s surprisingly simple and we promise your kids will love it. After just a few hours of drying, these “hamburger rocks” are ready to be stored in vacuum sealed bags for more than a year.

You hear a lot about beef jerky or turkey jerky but not many people talk about chicken jerky. This chicken jerky is packed full of flavor and is sure to keep you wanting more. Please note this recipe is not pet friendly.

These Dehydrated Smoked Salmon Bites are a real treat on hiking trips. So delicious and packed full of protein, Omega 3 fats, and all the flavour of the perfect smoked salmon! The perfect snack or meal for all those summer adventures you have planned!

A rich, savory, and perfectly balanced jerky with a bold flavor is a rare find. Luckily our recipe for this Burgundy Jerky delivers exactly that. It's the perfect combination of flavors and tenderness that will make this one of your favorite jerky recipes.

This creole deer jerky brings spicy flavors of creole seasonings to this amazing deer jerky. Depending on your creole spice blend you can customize this recipe to your tolerance of spice to make the perfect deer jerky with a beautiful bite.

This is the perfect recipe for beginners just starting to make jerky. Its super easy, and remarkably tasty. This recipe is perfect for beef, lamb or venison.

The flavor of turkey packs a real punch which makes it a perfect starting point in this turkey jerky recipe. Turkey is also lower in fat than beef jerky, making it a healthier option. Turkey jerky makes a delicious, high-protein snack. Pack it up for a hike, long car ride, or simply keep it on hand for when hunger strikes.

Salmon is full of omega 3 and antioxidants, which are all great for your body. You can now make this jerky at home with ease. Making salmon jerky is easy, affordable and will impress everyone who tries it.

This Cheesy Tuna Casserole is the perfect way to take comfort food up a notch. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and hearty macaroni, it's an easy recipe that everyone will love!

When you want to snack on something that is delicious, you want to be sure it will satisfy. That's why this Carne Seca Jerky is perfect for you. It's the definition of delicious. Its perfectly chewy with the perfect spice kick from the chili powder, making it great to snack on.

If you're craving a delicious meal that reminds you of the Caribbean - this is your recipe. Quick, easy and healthy!

This jerky gets its flavor from a dark Belgian ale. Be sure to choose a high-quality dark, sweet beer rather than a light variety. Beer is traditionally used as a meat marinade to flavor and tenderize the beef.

The jerky in this recipe has intense flavors and bold ingredients. Only use dehydrators with temperature controls when dehydrating meat to make sure that meat is dehydrated to the proper temperature.

Ground beef is extremely affordable, making it a great choice for dehydrating a large batch of beef jerky. This recipe calls for barbecue sauce. While any type works well, the hickory smoke complements this recipe. Jerky cannons are extremely useful for shaping ground meats. They are generally sold as a separate accessory by the major dehydrator brands.

Backwoods Buck Jerky is a flavorful, dried and seasoned meat snack made from deer meat. It's a popular choice among hunters and outdoor enthusiasts and can be used in recipes like stews and chili to add a savory flavor.

This jerky has a touch of ginger and sesame for an Asian flavor. As an additional safety measure, heat meat strips in oven for 10 minutes at 275 degrees after dehydrating is complete.

Easy to make, this recipe is a great way to change up your usual beef jerky routine. The black pepper kick and classic jerky flavor are a winning combination that any beef jerky fan will love!

Biltong is a great snack, with great potential for modifying the recipe to your unique preferences. In this blog, we take a look at some of the possible variations and share our favorite South African biltong recipe.

Jerky is a great snack, with great potential for modifying the recipe to your unique preferences. In this blog, we take a look at some of the possible variations and share our favorite burgundy jerky recipe.