Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 3 of 4 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 3 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Beef | 100g cooked | 250 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
| Water | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 5 pounds beef, any cut (I usually use rump roast)
- ½ cup non-iodized salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 quart water
Directions
Trim all fat from meat.
Slice meat with the grain as thin as possible.
Place the meat in cool brine and refrigerate overnight.
Take meat from brine, rinse lightly and allow to drain on paper towels for 1 hour.
Place meat strips on smoker racks and dry for 12 hours using your favorite wood (I always use Hickory).
When strips are the dryness you like, cool and transfer to plastic bag for storage.