Description
Smoked Bachan’s Beef Jerky is tender, savory jerky marinated in Bachan’s Japanese BBQ sauce and slowly smoked for a deliciously rich flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs beef eye of round, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Bachan’s Japanese BBQ Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Trim any excess fat from the beef and slice thinly against the grain.
- In a bowl, mix Bachan’s sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Place beef slices in a zip-top bag or container and pour marinade over the meat.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat smoker to 180°F (82°C) using a mild wood like cherry or apple.
- Remove beef from marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
- Arrange slices directly on smoker grates or on racks, ensuring pieces are not touching.
- Smoke for 3-4 hours, flipping halfway through, until beef is dry but still slightly pliable.
- Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- Freeze beef for 1 hour before slicing to make it easier to cut thinly.
- Adjust marinade time depending on how strong you want the flavor.
- Store jerky in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or vacuum seal for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg