Sara's Beef Jerky

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 28, 2006

First time making beef jerky. This was excellent! Friends also loved this recipe. I reduced cooking time by 1 hour for more tender result.

—holman467

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Dec 07, 2003

My husband thought the flavor of the jerky was very good, but thought it was too crunchy. I'll try it again and reduce the cooking time to give it the chewier texture that he likes.

—caliboo

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14 Ratings

Aug 29, 2002

almost as good as company's coming recipe. Added liquid smoke to improve jerky taste

—SUNEDAN

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Sep 10, 2010

marinate overnight and then dry it at 150 for 6-8 hours instead of 200 and it won't crisp as much

—don1960

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Dec 13, 2004

Beef jerky was great. I sent some to my husbands office and everyone there enjoyed it.

—LFH1

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Jul 13, 2009

This was very good. My kids love jerky and have me make it every year for vacation. I made just a couple of adjustments. I used a dehydrator and I added some tobassco sauce just to give it a bit of a kick. I shook in about 5 squirts but should have used more. I can eat it and I'm a sissy girl. My kids love it hot & spicy, and really enjoy the flavor, but wanted more kick. I'll try again. Anyway, thanks Sara. Good job.

—DEBHAS5

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Sep 14, 2010

Very Good Jerky! I did marinate it overnight for extra flavor. Great Recipe!

—ndcook

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Oct 20, 2011

personally i don't like the jerky in the store but my husband does so i tried making Sara's at home and it was great. i never touch his store bought jerky but this one we share. watch your time for desired chewiness. check every hour. lots of oven time and expensive beef needed but hey thats jerky i guess. oh and dont forget red pepper flakes for heat! if ya like heat like us.

—cat

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Nutrition

Calories
404 kcal
20%

Carbohydrates
5.1 g
2%

Cholesterol
114 mg
38%

Fat
26.7 g
41%

Fiber
0.2 g
< 1%

Protein
33.7 g
67%

Sodium
1782 mg
71%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Sara's Beef Jerky

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 404
Calories from Fat: 240

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.7g 41 %
Saturated Fat 10.4g 52 %
Cholesterol 114mg 38 %
Sodium 1782mg 71 %
Potassium 712mg 20 %
Total Carbohydrates 5.1g 2 %
Dietary Fiber 0.2g < 1 %
Protein 33.7g 67 %
Sugars 2.2g
** Vitamin A < 1 %
** Vitamin C 4 %
Calcium 4 %
Iron 53 %
** Thiamin 21 %
** Niacin 95 %
** Vitamin B6 45 %
** Magnesium 16 %
** Folate 9 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.