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Biltong (Zambian Dried and Salted Meat)
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Biltong (Zambian Dried and Salted Meat)

8 ingredients 6 steps wikibooks
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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

314
Calories
26g
Protein
15g
Fat
15g
Carbs

Counts 6 of 9 ingredients — the other 3 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.

What these numbers assume — 6 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Beef 100g cooked 250
Sugar 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated 49
Black Pepper 1 tsp ground (2.3g) 6
Cayenne 1 tsp (1.8g) 6
Vinegar 1 tbsp (15ml) distilled 3
Salt 1 tsp (6g) 0
Coriander not in our table 0
Meat not in our table 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

  • ¼ cup salt
  • 2 tablespoons ground coriander
  • 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (adjust to your desired level of spiciness)
  • 1 pound lean beef or game meat , very thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup vinegar (white or apple cider vinegar)
  • ¼ cup water

Directions

1

In a bowl, mix together the salt, ground coriander, ground black pepper, brown sugar, and ground cayenne pepper to create the biltong spice blend.

2

Dip each slice of meat in the vinegar, then coat them with the spice blend. Make sure each slice is evenly covered with the spices.

3

Once all the meat slices are coated, place them in a single layer on a clean surface and let them marinate for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.

4

After marinating, use the butcher's hooks or kitchen hooks to hang the meat slices on a drying rack or any suitable hanging space with good circulation. Make sure to leave space between each slice for air circulation.

5

Allow the meat to air-dry for about 3–5 days, depending on the desired level of dryness. The biltong is ready when it is dry to the touch and has a chewy texture.

6

Once the biltong is dried to your preference, store it in an airtight container to maintain its freshness.

Recipe sourced from wikibooks

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