Jerky in an Electric Smoker

Jerky in an Electric Smoker

Jerky in an Electric Smoker

20 mins
12 hrs
3 hrs
1/2 LB

This smoked Jerky in an Electric Smoker is a simple recipe with minimal ingredients that turns almost any meat into jerky. Marinated overnight in a sweet, savory and spicy mixture, it’s a ready-to-eat, protein packed go-to snack for hikers, campers and travelers. It needs no additional preparation and can be stored for months without refrigeration.

The Deluxe Digital Electric Smoker features a handy remote control, viewing window and internal light. With 3 racks and lots of space, you can smoke ribs, chicken, turkey and pork butt with ease.

Ingredients

FOR THE JERKY

  • 1 pound meat
  • 3-4 cups wood chips

FOR THE MARINADE

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1 Of 5
1
Cutting against the grain of the meat, slice into strips 1" wide and 1/4” thick, removing all fat as you slice.
2
In a medium bowl or zip top bag, thoroughly mix soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, red pepper flakes, onion powder, garlic powder and black pepper. Add meat and marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
3
Fill the water pan with water and add your favorite wood chips to the smoker box. Set your smoker to 165°F.
4
When your smoker reaches 165°F, add meat slices. You can skewer the meat and hang the skewers from a rack or lay them flat.
Hot Tip
When placing the meat in your smoker, don’t overlap the meat. Use multiple racks to allow for space between the slices.
5
Smoke until the meat is firm, about 2-3 hours. If it’s floppy or limp, put it back in the smoker and keep checking. Cook time varies based on weather conditions and the thickness of meat slices.
Hot Tip
Check for doneness at the 2-hour mark, then every hour and more frequently as it gets closer to done. Remove slices as they are done to prevent overcooking.
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