Description
This Dr. Pepper Jalapeño Beef Jerky recipe combines the sweetness of Dr. Pepper soda with the heat of jalapeños to create a perfectly balanced homemade snack with a kick. Tender strips of beef are marinated in a flavorful mixture before being dehydrated to jerky perfection.
Ingredients
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Beef:
- 2 pounds lean beef (top round or flank steak), thinly sliced against the grain
Marinade:
- 1 cup Dr. Pepper soda
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 fresh jalapeños, sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: Place the sliced beef in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Whisk together Dr. Pepper, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, apple cider vinegar, and sliced jalapeños. Pour over beef, ensuring all pieces are coated. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Dehydrate the Jerky: Preheat dehydrator to 160°F or set oven to the lowest temperature. Pat dry beef slices, arrange on trays, and dry for 4–6 hours until dry but pliable. Cool before storing.
Notes
- For extra heat, leave jalapeño seeds in or add crushed red pepper flakes.
- For best texture, partially freeze meat before slicing.
- Store jerky in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Snack
- Method: Dehydrating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
