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First Light Deer Jerky

The inspiration for this jerky came from my love for a good breakfast sausage. This was the last of my venison from this past hunting season, and i'm thrilled the jerky turned out tasting great!
Course Snack
Cuisine deer jerky
Type Game Jerky
Flavor Spicy
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings 5
Calories 114kcal
Author Will

Ingredients

Lean Protein

Marinade

  • 2 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1 ½ teaspoon ground thyme
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ cup cold water

Optional

Instructions

  • Trim all visible fat from the venison and place in freezer for an hour or two to partially freeze.
  • While the meat is in the freezer, combine the marinade ingredients in a bowl or ziplock bag and mix well.
  • Remove the meat from the freezer and slice ¼" strips with the grain for a chewy jerky. Cut against the grain for less of a chew.
  • Add sliced venison to the mixture in a ziplock bag or bowl and marinate for 8-24 hours in the refrigerator.
  • After the meat has finished marinating, remove from refrigerator and strain excess marinade in a colander.
  • Place jerky strips on a baking rack on top of an aluminum lined cookie sheet
  • Place in a 300F pre-heated oven for 12 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and dry with your favorite jerky making method. I used my Nesco Dehydrator and dried for 2 hours at 160F & 1.5 hours at 145F.
  • The jerky is finished when it bends and cracks, but does not break in half.

Nutrition

Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 519mg | Potassium: 303mg | Vitamin A: 295IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 3.6mg