Candied Beef Jerky
This Candied Beef Jerky recipe combines sweet, salty, and spicy in every chewy bite. It’s easy to make at home with just a few ingredients!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs top round or flank steak thinly sliced
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 –2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes adjust to taste
Instructions
- Partially freeze the beef for 30–45 minutes for easier slicing.
- Slice the beef into thin strips against the grain.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, Worcestershire, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Add the beef strips and marinate overnight in the fridge.
- Preheat oven to 170°F (or use a dehydrator).
- Arrange the beef in a single layer on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
- Pat dry lightly with paper towels to remove excess marinade.
- Bake for 4–6 hours, flipping halfway, until firm but still slightly pliable.
- Cool completely before storing.
Notes
For a richer glaze, brush lightly with maple syrup during the last 30 minutes of drying.
Adjust spice level by adding or reducing red pepper flakes.
Store in airtight container for up to 3 weeks in the fridge or 3 months in the freezer.