Jerky Quest

[Blue1213 122]

I've been on a Quest to find Jerky that I like. I've tried all sorts and I always give it away because I don't like it.

I finally found one that I like. It's very toothsome but really good. So if you live in TX and have an HEB near you check it out.

Let me know if you have any other brand recommendations. I've tried all the major brands and think the flavor is too strong.

 

[Daisee68 2,493]

I really like the Krave brand. It is VERY tender so especially easier to eat early out.

[Christinamo7 4,041]

have you ever tried to make your own? my mother makes the very best venison Jerky I've *ever* had. mine is good, but not quite up to hers. It's not hard at all if you have an oven. and so much cheaper!

[Sophie74656 1,572]

I tried to make my own Jerky and it does not end up being that much cheaper. We have a dehydrator and it made good jerky but with how much meat you need to buy it's not really worth it

[goplay94123 575]

Wild bills is good with only 1 carb. High sodium so u have to watch it. But it is dang tasty.

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[Dub 9,922]

I really enjoy Jerky, too.

When I first read the title of your thread I mistakenly thought you were awaring us of Quest Nutrition now making jerky.....dayum....was hoping for such. Their chips and Protein bars are the clear category winners for me.

I can't get into turkey jerky......tried it and tossed the bag in the trash. Beef jerky, though.....a good staple. I keep a bag or three in my desk drawer at work.....along with several packs of flavored tuna. I know that if nothing else I have rations on hand for a couple days of work meals.

I do like the macros of the jerky you posted. Good stuff, there. I'm shocked at the wide ranging carb content among the choices available on the supermarket shelves. I have to sort through it carefully.

[Pinkgirl1234 761]

I don't eat beef but on Amazon I found Nicks sticks....free range turkey jerk Snacks.I tried Vermont brand and yuck.

I must say Jerky is very expensive.

[Pinkgirl1234 761]

I love this brand .No sugar and available in turkey or beef,spicy and regular.I found it on Amazon.< /p>

[ausmith 374]

have you ever tried to make your own? my mother makes the very best venison Jerky I've *ever* had. mine is good, but not quite up to hers. It's not hard at all if you have an oven. and so much cheaper!

Could you give us your recipe. I would love to try to make my own

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[jrlaurie 1]

I have found 2 that I really like. 1st brand is called Daniel's Really Good Fresh Jerky. You can order online and I usually get the Cowboy Jerky, Its sugar free. I also found another this past weekend from House of Jerky, which I believe you can order online also, I believe it's sugar free also or 2-3g sugar. It's a mild peppered flavor. I like the first brand better. But its something I can carry with me and snack on when I'm out and about.

[Ryan TN 348]

I make chicken Jerky with this recipe all the time and with 2 teenage boys, it disappears about as fast as I make it. I do use regular soy sauce and add in some red pepper flakes.http://www.yankeekitchenninja.com/2011/10/chicken-jerky-recipe.html?m=1

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[jrlaurie 1]

have you ever tried to make your own? my mother makes the very best venison Jerky I've *ever* had. mine is good, but not quite up to hers. It's not hard at all if you have an oven. and so much cheaper!

Could you give us your recipe. I would love to try to make my own

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I have made my own before. I believe we used London Broil. We asked the butcher to slice jerky thin for us. I soaked it in Celery & Onion Salt for hours and then laid on strips across oven rack. I think we cooked it for about 6-8 hours on 250. It is time consuming and some what oven messy. But oh so good. I believe I found the recipe online. I know you can add flavors. But I like good old fashioned jerky taste.

[jrlaurie 1]

have you ever tried to make your own? my mother makes the very best venison Jerky I've *ever* had. mine is good, but not quite up to hers. It's not hard at all if you have an oven. and so much cheaper!

Could you give us your recipe. I would love to try to make my own

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I have found 2 that I really like. 1st brand is called Daniel's Really Good Fresh Jerky. You can order online and I usually get the Cowboy Jerky, Its sugar free. I also found another this past weekend from House of Jerky, which I believe you can order online also, I believe it's sugar free also or 2-3g sugar. It's a mild peppered flavor. I like the first brand better. But its something I can carry with me and snack on when I'm out and about.

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Edited April 28, 2016 by jrlaurie

[Christinamo7 4,041]

have you ever tried to make your own? my mother makes the very best venison Jerky I've *ever* had. mine is good, but not quite up to hers. It's not hard at all if you have an oven. and so much cheaper!

Could you give us your recipe. I would love to try to make my own

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this is a good place to start, but tweak the seasonings to your tastes. I usually use a top sirloin and cut thin slices from that - you will need a good knife. freezing the meat for a very short time (not until frozen, just stiff) can make slicing it easier.

1 1/2 to 2 pounds flank steak

2/3 cup Worcestershire sauce

2/3 cup soy sauce

1 tablespoon honey

2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

2 teaspoons onion powder

1 teaspoon liquid smoke

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

I use something more like these ingredients, but these cooking instructions http://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-homemade-beef-or-turkey-snack-recipes-from-the-kitchn-95962

obviously when I can get venison, it's almost FREE. and when I have to use beef I watch for sales.

[Sajijoma 1,324]

I like the Jack links tender cuts. They aren't so painful to chew and have a good flavor without being too strong. I keep bags of Jerky stashed in my van, my desk, and occasionally my purse just incase of emergencies although I did have a major emergency Monday and was left without any jerky or Water for almost 6hrs. I don't advise that!