Beer flavour sounds like the way to go . I have experimented with microwave jerky and had some success with pork and chicken . The times in the first recipe seem to work best for me . I have a large 30 year old microwave with a large turntable . Check the net for recipes . ....... D.J.
3. Microwave Jerky
Ingredients:
- 1/2 lb Trimmed venison
– 1/4 ts Salt
– 1/3 ts Garlic Powder
– 1 ts Accent
– 1/4 ts Black Pepper
– 1/4 c Worcestershire Sauce
– 1/4 c Soy Sauce
– 1/4 c Water
– 6 Drops Liquid Smoke
Directions:
- Cut meat into 1/8" thick strips, which is easier if it is slightly frozen.
– Combine ingredients, and place with meat in refrigerator overnight to marinate.
– Then place the meat strips in a microwave roasting rack.
– Set the microwave on high for 4 to 6 minutes.
– After 4 minutes add time in 30 second increments.
– The idea is to have a dried jerky, which means a color change from brown to dark brown, and a consistency in the meat that has changed from supple to leathery in it’s texture.
That’s it!
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Beef Jerky
2 pounds beef (can use flank steak, chuck roast, brisket, sirloin tip or steak)
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/3 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons liquid smoke
Directions:
Trim off excess fat. Semi freeze meat for easier slicing. Cut across grain into 1/8 inch strips.
Place meat in shallow pan. Combine all ingredients and pour over meat slices. Let set overnight in the refrigerator.
To cook: Lay out strips on microwave bacon rack. Cover with paper towel. Cook on high power for 2 1/2 minutes. Turn strips. Cook 1 1/2 minutes. Turn strips.
Cook 1 1/2 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before eating.
Cooking time may vary with thickness of meat. Store in airtight container.
This recipe from CDKitchen for Microwave Beef Jerky serves/makes 12