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Peruvian jerky on plate with tomatoes, rice and french fries
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Poppin Peruvian Turkey Jerky

The great flavors of Peruvian cuisine packed into a fantastic tasting turkey jerky, you can't go wrong with homemade turkey jerky!
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Type Turkey Jerky
Flavor Spicy, Sweet
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings 5
Calories 108kcal
Author Will

Equipment

Ingredients

Lean Turkey Breast

Marinade

  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon horseradish
  • 3 serrano peppers
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke applewood
  • ¼ teaspoon curing salt Optional

Instructions

  • Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a blender and blend well. Transfer to a ziplock bag.
  • Trim all visible fat from the turkey breast and slice ¼" strips
  • Add sliced turkey breast to the mixture in the 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.
  • Pre-heat oven to 300F.
  • Place turkey strips on a baking rack on top of a aluminum foil lined baking sheet.
  • Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the strips reach an internal temperature of 165F.
  • Remove from the oven and dry with you favorite jerky making method. I used my Nesco Dehydrator and dried for 4 hours at 145F.
  • The jerky is finished when it bends and cracks, but does not break in half. Allow to cool for an hour before storing in an air tight container.

Notes

Old Pro Tips:

  • Trim all fat from the meat before marinating for longer lasting jerky once it’s finished drying
  • Use curing salt or celery juice powder to extend the life of the jerky
  • Marinate closer to 24 hours for the most intense flavor
  • Use a blender to fully chop up peppers and incorporate into the marinade

Nutrition

Serving: 70g | Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 905mg | Potassium: 259mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg