Korean BBQ Jerky
It wasn’t until this year that I began experimenting with making my own jerky at home. After the first couple of batches, I realized how easy it is to make. Also, I’m perpetually hungry so I always have a snack nearby and jerky is great because it’s light weight, a great source of protein, and completely delicious. The method for making jerky I show you today doesn’t even require a dehydrator, though I did recently purchase this one and it makes DIY jerky a breeze. I still thought it would be nice to demonstrate how you could whip up a batch of your own homemade jerky in the oven without anything extra.
The Korean bbq marinade allows the meat to soak in all the delicious flavor while it simultaneously tenderizes it as the soy sauce cuts right through it. Lovely aromatics like onion, garlic, and ginger fuse with smoky sesame oil while the fruit and brown sugar soften the edges and balance the salty bite from the soy sauce. The results are beautifully tender slices of rich and savory jerky that has a Korean twist making for one unique snack experience. I’ve played around with several flavors and this Korean bbq jerky is hands down my favorite one {J’s second runner up is a piquant lemon pepper jerky which is also delicious}. Whatever flavor you decide on, you can’t go wrong with this set it and forget method. Not to mention, it would make a lovely gift that I bet your significant other would thoroughly enjoy but not be expecting for Valentine’s Day and any leftover marinade would make for amazing Korean bbq over the grill the next night. #EatOutsideTheBox
Since this jerky is so easy to grab and go, the possibilities of where it can tag along with you are endless, just like with my bacon jerky. The first batch of this Korean bbq jerky I ever whipped up made me a very happy girl as it accompanied me all day on errands with leftovers in my backpack for a weekend hike. Its lean protein and delicious flavor make it easy to enjoy and I can ensure you that after a 4 hour hike, this jerky, some raw almonds, and ice cold coconut water fueled me all day long and made for an amazing mini picnic when I reached the top of my destination.
- 1-2 lbs meat {I used brisket, you can use top round, venision, etc}
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- ½ c soy sauce
- 1 tb sesame oil
- 1 tb sesame seeds
- 2 tb brown sugar
- ½ grated Asian pear/apple
- ½ sliced onion
- 2-3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 ts grated ginger
- Trim the meat of all its fat and trim {if you’d like to do it yourself}. Slicing with the grain will produce the traditional chewy texture.
- Pepper the meat.
- In a large bowl, combine the rest of the ingredients with the meat.
- Cover and allow to marinade for 1 hour-overnight.
- Allow to sit on the countertop for about 20 minutes before cooking.
- Thread the meat on a skewer and hang from the top rack of your oven {with the bottom rack covered to catch all the drippings}.
- Dry out in the oven at your lowest heat setting for 6-8 hours, using a wooden spoon to prop open the door.
- When it’s at the desired texture/consistency, set on the counter to cool thoroughly and store/enjoy.
Love,
Your Squishy Monster ^.~
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Angie I LOVE THIS! Jerky( BEEF , PORK, TURKEY, ETC) I love jerky! Thanks for sharing this . Have a great day!!!
Love.
Les.
You make snacking the best thing in the world with recipes like this – I would unvegetarian myself for it
What can I say? I like to tempt people to the dark side =)
Can’t wait to get my hands on some venison next season!
i like jerky. my friend used to make + sell but she stopped becuz to much hassle with packaging. this looks like an easier way. hehe
She should give it another go…more meat candy!!
It has been a long while since I last had some beef jerky. These look lipsmackingly delicious, Angie. Thank you for sharing the video too.
It looks amazing! I love jerky (the only ones I tasted were Chinese and they were extraordinary). Thank you for this wonderful snack idea. How much time does it keep after being dried?
Love this recipe, my kind of snack. Definitely making, my kids will love it also. Asian pears come in different size, about how much grated pear did you use?
Very cool recipe, did not know jerky was so easy to make. And really like the Korean BBQ flavors here. Bookmarked!
I’ve never made jerky before but it sounds so easy and straightforward!
As biltong (jerky) is a national snack here, we have special dryers for the meat that means you don’t have to use an oven
In Singapore, the Chinese often have barbecued pork jerkies for chinese new year! They’re flat wider squares, not long strips, but similarly sweet and smoky and savoury all at once. I’ve never heard of the Korean version, and using beef as well, PLUS with spices. Sounds like a winner!Definitely trying this!
As a jerky fan, this is something I’ve got to hunt down..thanks, Shu!
I got a dehydrator for Christmas but as it’s expensive, I decided to do one in the oven that everyone can do, even without special equipment. Is the machine there a dehydrator or does it work differently? I can’t wait to try fruit next!
Thanks, Lorraine!
I hope you try it and love it too, Evelyne!
I always eyeball it and sometimes use more or less. It depends on how sweet you’d like it in contrast to the salty bite of the soy. I always go for more and used half of a medium fuji.
Thanks, Angie! Have a great weekend =)
Now that’s what I call snack, Angela! I find it so interesting that you include an Asian pear in the recipe. Oh how I wish I could snack with you! Thank you so much for sharing…
We can have a mega-super sized snack time together anytime, Louise! =)
Thanks.
I didn’t realize you could make jerky at home! Very cool.
This looks terrific. I want some. I wish I wasn’t hungry most of the time and then I’d be thin and beautiful.
I’ve forgotten how much I actually like beef jerky until I saw this! Great job
Thanks, Bianca!
Ah pish posh! With all the gorgeous food you churn out, who could hold out?
Thanks, Jo!
Thank you for this delicious recipe, I’m always on the go and am tired of eating protein bars or carbs to fill the void! This is absolutely delicious and easy to pack on the go.
Thanks again!
Thanks so much for stopping by, Ricki! I do hope you enjoy this jerky. Have a great weekend and I hope to see you again soon!!