Favorite Beef Jerky?

[snichols28]

Seeing the "Favorite Hot Sauce" thread, it had me thinking... What are your favorite beef jerky brands/flavors/websites? I'm always on the hunt for better beef jerky. I like my snacks! I'm hesitant to go off "review website" suggestions because I think they are a little biased most of the time.

So, suggestions on what/where to order?

[hurley842002]

My favorite store bought jerky is the Love's travel stop/country store brand jerky, really tasty.

[ChickNorris]

Homemade moose is pretty darn good. My husband's favorite.

[Scanker19]

Vigil’s Christmas blend out of Albuquerque. Come for the Chile, stay because your car got stolen...

[Ramsker]

Chef's Cut beef jerky from Costco.

[snichols28]

Iiiinteresting! I drive by the new Berthoud/I25 Loves every day. Looks like I know where I'll be stopping in the morning. From digging, looks like that/their jerky is made by "Robertson's Hams". Their website shows some pretty amazing looking stuff. Not sure if I should love your suggestion or hate it. Might get expensive! [Tooth] But thanks!!



My favorite store bought jerky is the Love's travel stop/country store brand jerky, really tasty.

[snichols28]

Just added that to my shopping list for the normal Costco venture this weekend. Thanks!


Chef's Cut beef jerky from Costco.

[snichols28]

Is that the same as http://vigilsbeefjerky.com website?


Vigil’s Christmas blend out of Albuquerque. Come for the Chile, stay because your car got stolen...

[Delfuego]

Vigil's as awful[Puke] I got some for the Raton, ate on peice and was tasting it the way home...

I do like those little Duke's sausages.

[newracer]

Chef's Cut beef jerky from Costco.

I prefer the Pacific Gold from Costco.

[Irving]

My favorite store bought jerky is the Love's travel stop/country store brand jerky, really tasty.

My friend took me to a Bucky's in Texas and they had an amazing selection of beef jerky.

[Scanker19]

Is that the same as http://vigilsbeefjerky.com website?

Yes

[emiller35]

Forbes beef jerky gets my vote


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[ChickNorris]

... Come for the Chile, stay because your car got stolen...

lol!

[vossman]

I like this one too, I usually get a pound everytime I drive through Pueblo for a shootin match.



My favorite store bought jerky is the Love's travel stop/country store brand jerky, really tasty.

[Sawin]

Country Archer and Perky Jerky

[waffles]

Some of the leave flavors (chile lime especially are wonderful). The korean bbq pork jerky at Costco is also great.

[Great-Kazoo]

Plano Jerky out of Porterville CA, yes they will ups to your door.
https://www.planojerky.com/

Depending on your taste buds. Either one of these is an excellent road trip snack.

https://www.planojerky.com/collections/jerky/products/copy-of-mild-pepper-original-plano
https://www.planojerky.com/collections/jerky/products/copy-of-original-plano-extra-hot

DO NOT TRY THE CHOCOLATE COVERED WALNUTS!



These folks have a decent product

https://www.azjacks.com/

The peppered or Hot thin cut is another road trip favorite.
https://www.azjacks.com/products/

[Scanker19]

Vigil's as awful[Puke] I got some for the Raton, ate on peice and was tasting it the way home...

I do like those little Duke's sausages.

Well they told me they don't like you either, and you're a big poopie head. They also said you collect Hi-points....and you like to!!!

[fitz19d]

Just added that to my shopping list for the normal Costco venture this weekend. Thanks!

Ill diverge from the other 2 and vote for the steak strips (not chefs) at costco. Big meaty strips that are pretty soft. Cheaper too. Im also a fan of the teriyaki pork jerky

[SouthPaw]

Duke's for convenience store/grocery store stuff.

[rbeau30]

I don't think they make it anymore but I like the Jack Links Small batch. Number 15 or number 11.
76216

Anyone have a good recipe for homemade jerky marinade?

Every time I like something they discontinue it. Good thing I am a 'preparedness enthusiast', I buy stuff like Knorr Leek Soup mix and Kraft Box Spaghetti, and Kraft Bacon Tomato Catalina by the case.... now they are all nowhere to be found!

I was too young when they discontinued Kraft Savory Chicken Noodles and Sauce... I miss it so.
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[Delfuego]

Well they told me they don't like you either, and you're a big poopie head. They also said you collect Hi-points....and you like to!!!:) I really wanted to support the locals...

[Ah Pook]

Best I ever had was at the New Braunfel's Smokehouse. Been chasing that dragon for a long time. Fatman’s Gourmet Beef Jerky isn't bad but I'm sure there is better.

[Honey Badger282.8]

No Man’s Land out of Oklahoma. It’s at all of the Kwik Shops here in KS (Loaf & Jug in CO), but the only place I’ve seen it in CO is in Burlington. It’s a dry jerky and is definitely not like traditional gas station “tender” jerky.

[th3w01f]

I like the Old Trapper Hot and Spicy but my all time favorite was Monty Nuss. When they stopped selling jerky, I stopped going to gun shows.

[rondog]

My favorite jerky is whatever's in my hand at the moment. But I do prefer it soft and a little moist, easy to chew - vs. the stuff that's like a seasoned piece of a belt.

[OldFogey]

I don't think they make it anymore but I like the Jack Links Small batch. Number 15 or number 11.
76216

Anyone have a good recipe for homemade jerky marinade?

Every time I like something they discontinue it. Good thing I am a 'preparedness enthusiast', I buy stuff like Knorr Leek Soup mix and Kraft Box Spaghetti, and Kraft Bacon Tomato Catalina by the case.... now they are all nowhere to be found!

I was too young when they discontinued Kraft Savory Chicken Noodles and Sauce... I miss it so.
76215

Soy sauce, Worcestershire, red pepper. Vary proportions according to taste. Soak 24 hours, drain, dry in food dehydrator. When you arrive at the balance you like it will be hard to buy store bought jerky.

[th3w01f]

Soy sauce, Worcestershire, red pepper. Vary proportions according to taste. Soak 24 hours, drain, dry in food dehydrator. When you arrive at the balance you like it will be hard to buy store bought jerky.

That's almost exactly what we do.. maybe a little bit of teriyaki and then finish with some McCormick cajun or this red pepper - https://www.walmart.com/ip/Terana-Minced-Chile-de-Arbol-2-75-oz/51762322. It is by far the hottest red pepper I've ever had (not even close to the standard ones), they used to carry it in the Castle Rock store but now I have to order it.

24 hours is way better but even 30 - 60 minutes works out well. We use our electric smoker following this timing and it has always been awesome. https://www.jerkyholic.com/make-beef-jerky-smoker/.

And Walmart sells pre-sliced (can't remember if it's top or bottom round) that is almost perfectly cut into jerky sized pieces. I think they call it stir-fry beef. Most of the time no trimming is even required and it can be separated straight into the marinade.

[rbeau30]

Soy sauce, Worcestershire, red pepper. Vary proportions according to taste. Soak 24 hours, drain, dry in food dehydrator. When you arrive at the balance you like it will be hard to buy store bought jerky.

Thanks! I got a sliced round roast that I'm going to try this on.

[Scanker19]

I don't think they make it anymore but I like the Jack Links Small batch. Number 15 or number 11.
76216

Anyone have a good recipe for homemade jerky marinade?

Every time I like something they discontinue it. Good thing I am a 'preparedness enthusiast', I buy stuff like Knorr Leek Soup mix and Kraft Box Spaghetti, and Kraft Bacon Tomato Catalina by the case.... now they are all nowhere to be found!

I was too young when they discontinued Kraft Savory Chicken Noodles and Sauce... I miss it so.
76215

That small batch is good stuff. The best home made jerky
Recipe I’ve found is Alton Brown’s (all hail AB).... I also recommend the method over a food dehydrator.

https://altonbrown.com/beef-jerky-recipe/

[GilpinGuy]

My favorite is my own. I think I posted the recipe in the recipe thread.

[CO Hugh]

My favorite is my own. I think I posted the recipe in the recipe thread.

link?

[GilpinGuy]

link?

Here's the recipe. I usually just marinade then dehydrate in the Excalibur instead of smoking and it comes out great.


INGREDIENTS:
3-5 lb beef brisket sliced thin (1/8" or so) with the grain
1 cup Soy Sauce
3/4 cup Brown Sugar
1/4 cup Dark Molasses
1 tsp Onion Powder (or to taste)
1 tsp Garlic Powder (or to taste - don't use fresh garlic - it will make the jerky bitter)
1 tsp Black Pepper (or to taste)
Dried Chilies Arbol chilies are my personal choice - cayenne are OK - avoid hot sauce because of the vinegar




Directions:
1 Marinade the beef (3-5 lbs sliced thin) at least 1 hour. I typically do it (12 hours) overnight.
2 Smoke over low heat (dome temperature 160 to 180 degrees) until desired texture. It may take 12 or more hours. Turn it every couple of hours.
3 The strips of beef are placed on the grill to create the mound - the grill is preheated to 160-180 using firebricks and drip pan - I let the mound cook for about 1¼ hours and flip the whole thing using a 2nd grid - then it cooks for another hour - after 2¼ hours I'll take it off the grill and start to separate all the pieces from the mound - as the day progresses, I'll use a pair of tongs to turn the jerky about every hour and make sure that all the pieces get rotated.

[callerys]

I make my own but beyond that, the best I have found is No Mans Land from Oklahoma. They have an online store.

[10x]

i used to love jerky. Cannot eat red meat anymore due to heart and cholesterol issues.
You guys make me envious.