Peppered Deer Jerky

This peppered deer jerky recipe is a delicious and protein-packed snack that's perfect for on-the-go or as a game day treat. The pepper adds a nice kick to the savory flavor of the deer meat, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Peppered Deer Jerky

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of deer meat, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Add the thinly sliced deer meat to the marinade, making sure each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat the dehydrator to 160°F (70°C).
  4. Remove the marinated deer meat from the refrigerator and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess marinade.
  5. Arrange the meat slices on the dehydrator trays, leaving space between each piece for air circulation.
  6. Dehydrate the meat for 4-6 hours, or until it reaches your desired level of dryness and chewiness.
  7. Once done, allow the jerky to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
4 hours
Total time:
4 hours
Cooking method
Dehydrator

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Protein
15g
Fat
5g
Carbohydrates
2g

Supplies

Dehydrator Knife Cutting board Bowl Measuring spoons

Tools

Measuring spoons Dehydrator

Serving suggestions

Serve the peppered deer jerky with your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick, or alongside some cheese and crackers for a satisfying snack.

Tips & tricks

For easier slicing, place the deer meat in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm it up before cutting into thin slices.

Cost

$15