First Batch of Jerky on the new Dehydrator

[heavymoose]

I recently received a dehydrator as a gift and decided to try it out this weekend.  I started with a 3.03# London Broil.  After cutting it into strips and removing any fat I was left with 2# 13 oz of meat.  I used the Hi Mountain Cajun Seasoning and Cure.  I did not add any other liquids or seasonings.  I am hoping it turns out good.  It sure does make the house smell good!  

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• Dec 18, 2016

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It has been 2 hours and I rotated the trays.  

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• Dec 18, 2016

 

[dward51]

Looking good!!! Welcome to the addiction......

 

[SmokinAl]

Looks great!

Al

 

[heavymoose]

Here is the finished product.  I started with 2.81#s and it was 1.13#s when done.  Almost 60% weight loss.  I think it turned out OK.  The texture was good, but not much flavor.  The dehydrator worked great, I would recommend this model.   

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• heavymoose
• Dec 19, 2016

 

[ksblazer]

Looks good to me too. Been wanting to try making up some beef jerky next year.

What make/model of Dehydrator you have?

 

[heavymoose]

It is a Nesco FD-75.  It worked very well.