Hamburger Beef Jerky Recipe

Name: Hamburger Beef Jerky
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 lbs 90% lean ground beef (90-92%); 4 1/2 teaspoons non-iodized salt; 2 1/4 teaspoons Accent seasoning; 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 1/4 tablespoons meat tenderizer; 3/4 tablespoon pepper; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 cup liquid smoke; 1/3 cup ketchup

Servings: persons

5 lbs 90% lean ground beef (90-92%)
4 1/2 teaspoons non-iodized salt
2 1/4 teaspoons Accent seasoning
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 1/4 tablespoons meat tenderizer
3/4 tablespoon pepper
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup liquid smoke
1/3 cup ketchup

1
Mix all spices with ground beef EXCEPT Worcestershire, liquid smoke and ketchup.
2
You need to really get your hands in to mix it well.
3
Press into strips with a jerky gun.
4
Mix Worcestershire, liquid smoke and ketchup in a shallow dish.
5
Coat strips with sauce.
6
Place on trays to dry.
7
Dry according to your dehydrator manufacturers instructions.
8
Other flavors as follows:
9
Hot and spicy - mix Louisiana hot sauce with water to thin a bit. Coat strips and dry.
10
BBQ - thin your favorite bottled bbq sauce with water. Coat strips and dry.
11
Teriyaki - thin bottled teriyaki sauce with soya sauce. Coat strips and dry.

1529

kcal

Calories

113

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 lbs 90% lean ground beef (90-92%), 4 1/2 teaspoons non-iodized salt, 2 1/4 teaspoons Accent seasoning, 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Hamburger Beef Jerky falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hamburger Beef Jerky

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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