Dad's Beef Jerky Marinade

Elevate your homemade beef jerky game with "Dad's Beef Jerky Marinade," a flavor-packed blend that guarantees mouthwatering results every time. This robust marinade combines the savory depth of soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce with a hint of sweetness from brown sugar and honey. Liquid smoke adds that signature smoky allure, while a blend of bold spices like garlic powder, paprika, and optional cayenne pepper delivers a tantalizing kick. Perfect for tenderizing beef and infusing it with unforgettable flavor, this marinade is ideal for jerky lovers looking to experiment with homemade recipes. With just 15 minutes of prep and an overnight soak, your beef will be primed for dehydration, yielding chewy, flavorful snacks perfect for road trips, camping, or on-the-go protein boosts. Make your next batch of jerky unforgettable with this tried-and-true recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup soy sauce
• 1 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and water to create the liquid base for the marinade.

Step 2

Stir in brown sugar and honey until completely dissolved.

Step 3

Add liquid smoke, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes (if using), paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to ensure all spices are evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Slice your beef (such as flank steak or eye of round) into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick, trimming any excess fat for better jerky texture.

Step 5

Place the beef strips in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.

Step 6

Pour the marinade over the beef, ensuring all pieces are fully submerged and coated evenly.

Step 7

Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight for the best flavor. Turn the bag or stir the meat occasionally to ensure even marination.

Step 8

Once ready, remove the beef from the marinade, shaking off any excess liquid. Discard the marinade.

Step 9

Proceed to dehydrate the beef in a dehydrator or an oven set to the lowest temperature, following specific instructions for beef jerky preparation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(734.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	865.0

Total Fat 1.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 12599.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 149.3g
Protein 25.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 463.4mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 3278.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.5%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 87.2%