Description
A delicious and tender beef jerky made with Dr. Pepper for a sweet and savory flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds flank steak or beef round, trimmed and sliced against the grain
- 1 cup Dr. Pepper soda
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (alcohol-free)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 jalapeños, finely sliced (adjust per your spice preference)
Instructions
- Trim any excess fat from the flank steak or beef round and slice the beef against the grain into thin strips (about 1/4 inch thick).
- In a large bowl, combine the Dr. Pepper, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and sliced jalapeños. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated well. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight for best results).
- Preheat the dehydrator to 160°F, or the oven to the lowest setting (usually around 170°F).
- Remove the beef from the marinade and drain it well. Lay the strips out in a single layer on your dehydrator trays or a lined baking sheet.
- If using a dehydrator, it may take about 4-6 hours.
- Once done, let the jerky cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container or vacuum seal for maximum freshness.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer jalapeños.
- For optimal flavor, allow the beef to marinate overnight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: snacks
- Method: dehydrating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg