Szechuan Peppercorn Jerky Recipe

Name: Szechuan Peppercorn Jerky
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250g Sliced Lean Beef (approx 0.7mm thick); 1.5 tbsp Szechuan Peppercorns; 1 tsp Hachi Togarashi powder (Japanese chilli powder, substitute cayenne power); 1 tsp ginger powder; 1 tbsp Light Soy Sauce; 1 tsp minced garlic; 1 tsp chili flakes; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1-2 stars of star anise; 1/2 tsp sugar; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp fennell; 1/2 tsp black sesame; 1 tsp chili powder; 2 tsp Vietnamese pepper and salt mix (substitute seasoned pepper/seasoned salt/more pepper, salt and garlic)

Servings: persons

250g Sliced Lean Beef (approx 0.7mm thick)
1.5 tbsp Szechuan Peppercorns
1 tsp Hachi Togarashi powder (Japanese chilli powder, substitute cayenne power)
1 tsp ginger powder
1 tbsp Light Soy Sauce
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp chili flakes
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1-2 stars of star anise
1/2 tsp sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp fennell
1/2 tsp black sesame
1 tsp chili powder
2 tsp Vietnamese pepper and salt mix (substitute seasoned pepper/seasoned salt/more pepper, salt and garlic)

1
Use a mortar and pestle to grind the szechuan peppercorns, star anise, fennel and black sesame seeds.
2
Add all the ingredients into a bowl. Taste as you go! Add the chili ingredients last to the spice level desired. You should end up with a thick paste.
3
Slice the beef into strips against the grain (approx 0.7mm or 1/4 inch thick).
4
Rub the paste into the strips leaving a thin coating. The ingredient quantities here should cover 250g of beef.
5
Dehydrate for 4-7 hours depending on your machine, leanness of beef and desired texture.
6
Can be enjoyed immediately, but we've found that all jerky improves taste given a day or 2 in the fridge!

170

kcal

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250g Sliced Lean Beef (approx 0.7mm thick), 1.5 tbsp Szechuan Peppercorns, 1 tsp Hachi Togarashi powder (Japanese chilli powder, substitute cayenne power), 1 tsp ginger powder, and more.

Yes, Szechuan Peppercorn Jerky falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Szechuan Peppercorn Jerky

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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