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Spicy Firehouse Beef Jerky

Savory heat with smoky paprika and cayenne.

Ingredients

• 2 lb lean beef, sliced 1/8–1/4 inch
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 3/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Directions

1. Trim fat, partially freeze, and slice beef against the grain.
2. Whisk marinade ingredients in a bowl.
3. Add beef to marinade and refrigerate 8–18 hours.
4. Remove strips and blot dry with paper towels.
5. Place strips on dehydrator trays without overlapping.
6. Dehydrate at 160°F for 4–6 hours (or oven 170–180°F, door cracked).
7. Check doneness: pieces should be dry and chewy with a slight crack when bent.