Did you know…jerky made from fresh, lean meat is low in cholesterol, low in fat and very high in protein? This makes jerky an excellent and nutritious snack! Jerky is excellent for sustaining energy when biking, skiing, playing sports, backpacking, hiking, or anytime! There are excellent packaged and bulk jerky products out on the market. Great American Style® beef jerky (available at www.greatjerky.com) provides high quality meat products that are packaged in various convenient sizes. This makes for an easy and convenient snack option when you are on the go, or when you are doing just about anything. You can also find an extensive recipe section for making your own healthy, low fat, high protein jerky. In this article, we will include some expert tips used by Great American Style® beef jerky to help you create the best jerky in your own home! That's right - make it yourself!
Jerky can be made from various kinds of meat, at Great American® Jerky lean beef is the primary meat of choice, but chicken or turkey breast, and wild game also work extremely well for jerky. Quality meat means quality jerky, but that doesn't mean you have to pay high prices for it! A great at-home tip: Watch for local supermarket sales! Sales are great for getting high quality meat at a lower price, and the meat can always be frozen for later jerky making! Lean ground beef makes great jerky, and can be shaped with cookie cutters for fun jerky!
Flank steaks are one of the best buys – it's all lean red meat that's easy to prepare because of its consistent grain. Chicken and Turkey breasts make for even lower fat jerky snacks. Deer, rabbit, and other wild game meats are great for jerky making, too! Just make sure the meat has been handled properly.
Jerky meat should always be cut with the grain, otherwise it will crumble and fall apart when you cook it. Beef and Deer meat should be cut into ¼ inch thick strips about 1 inch wide. If you are making jerky from poultry, slice it thinner (about 3/8 inch). Be careful! If the meat's too thin or too thick it won't cook evenly! Season your meat strips with your favorite seasonings and recipes – many of the steak and chicken marinades already on the grocery store shelves work wonderfully for jerky as well. Store the meat in a zip lock bag or sealed container over night. The meat will absorb all your favorite flavors.
Jerky has to be cooked! This can be done with a dehydrator, on the grill or a smoker, or even right in your own oven! For basic oven cooking, pre-heat to 200 degrees and place strips of meat on a cookie sheet (make sure they don't touch each other) and cook for an estimated 1 hour and 20 minutes – turning pieces regularly. Test after one hour to determine doneness and desired consistency.
Again, jerky is a healthy snack for all ages! Take it outside – take it anywhere! Jerky makes an excellent gift as well! It's a fun activity for kids to help out in the kitchen. Get the whole family involved. Jerky recipes can be customized to tatse - Hot and Spicy to Sweet and Tangy...whatever your tastebuds desire! Just be sure to check your meat often, to avoid over cooking and overly dry jerky. Wash your hands and surfaces after handling any meat products, and make sure the Jerky is sufficiently cooled before tasting.
For more great jerky tips, recipes, and excellent jerky products and opportunities…visit www.greatjerky.com now! You can also call toll free (800) 574-1288 or (208) 359-0590 for more great jerky information and ordering! And remember – Jerky is Healthy!
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