Best 5 Air Fryer Steak Jerky Recipes
With an air fryer in your kitchen, cooking homemade jerky is easier, quicker, and healthier than you ever imagined. No longer will you have to worry about using conventional ovens that take up a lot of space and energy. Air fryer steak jerky comes out delicious and has a chewy texture, but without all the fat and sodium that store-bought brands often contain. If you want to make a batch of great-tasting, healthy, homemade jerky that’s ready in under an hour, then look no further than your air fryer.
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AIR FRYER OVEN BEEF JERKY
Using your air fryer oven makes whipping up a big batch of jerky as easy as 1-2-3. All it takes is a few ingredients and some patience. Make sure to cut your beef paper thin or plan on a longer drying time. I find it helpful to freeze the beef for an hour for easy slicing. Refrigerate any that is not consumed in 3 days.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Jerky Recipes
Time 12h10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place beef, jerky seasoning, and 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons cure in a large bowl. Massage beef with your hands until evenly combined. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
- Preheat the air fryer to 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Place beef slices on the rack, making sure none are overlapping.
- Air fry for 3 hours. Open the air fryer and let beef sit for 1 hour for final drying and cooling. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 35.7 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 1397.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
MONTREAL STEAK AIR FRYER BEEF JERKY
Homemade beef jerky is 100% doable and delicious if you've got an air fryer. Season and marinate steak with the bold flavour of Club House® La Grille® Montreal Steak Spice Seasoning, and air fry until tender, chewy, and ready for snacking.
Provided by La Grille
Categories Appetizers,
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Slice steak against the grain into 1/4-inch (7-mm) thick strips. Mix remaining ingredients in large bowl until well blended. Add steak and toss to coat well. Cover bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Test Kitchen Tip:Partially freezing the steak will help make it easier to cut into strips. Place steak in freezer about 30 to 45 minutes before slicing.
- Remove steak from marinade. Discard any remaining marinade. Working in batches as needed, place steak in single layer in basket. Set temperature to 180°F (82°C).
- Air fry 2 1/2 hours or until beef is dehydrated and tender-chewy. Store jerky in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Test Kitchen Tips:•Air Fryers vary; adjust cooking times as needed.•For extra smoky flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) liquid smoke to the marinade.•To prepare jerky in the oven, slice and marinate steak as directed above. Place wire rack on large shallow baking sheet. Arrange steak strips in single layer on wire rack. Dehydrate in preheated 175°F (80°F) oven 3 hours or until steak is dehydrated and tender-chewy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 Calories
MONTREAL STEAK AIR FRYER BEEF JERKY
Homemade beef jerky is 100% doable and delicious if you've got an air fryer. Season and marinate steak with the bold flavor of McCormick® Grill Mates® Montreal Steak Seasoning, and air fry until tender, chewy, and ready for snacking.
Provided by Grill Mates
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Slice steak against the grain into 1/4-inch (7-mm) thick strips. Mix remaining ingredients in large bowl until well blended. Add steak and toss to coat well. Cover bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Test Kitchen Tip: Partially freezing the steak will help make it easier to cut into strips. Place steak in freezer about 30 to 45 minutes before slicing.
- Remove steak from marinade. Discard any remaining marinade. Working in batches as needed, place steak in single layer in basket. Set temperature to 180°F (82°C).
- Air fry 2 1/2 hours or until beef is dehydrated and tender-chewy. Store jerky in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Test Kitchen Tips:•Air Fryers vary; adjust cooking times as needed. •For extra smoky flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) liquid smoke to the marinade. •To prepare jerky in the oven, slice and marinate steak as directed above. Place wire rack on large shallow baking sheet. Arrange steak strips in single layer on wire rack. Dehydrate in preheated 175°F (80°F) oven 3 hours or until steak is dehydrated and tender-chewy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 Calories
AIR FRYER STEAK JERKY
This jerky takes some time to prepare, but the result is a worthy jerky contender.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Jerky Recipes
Time 18h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine steak strips, soy sauce, steak seasoning, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke in a resealable plastic bag. Marinate for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
- Measure skewers to fit across the air fryer basket, slightly overlapping the edge. Trim off excess length.
- Preheat the air fryer to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C) for 10 minutes.
- Thread beef strips onto skewers, leaving room in between each strip, while the air fryer is preheating.
- Air fry for 2 hours. Adjust cooking time as most air fryers have a maximum setting of 30 minutes. Rearrange the skewers during the reset time.
- Reduce temperature to 180 degrees F (80 degrees C). Air fry for an additional 15 minutes.
- Remove strips to a paper towel-lined storage container. Seal. Allow to rest overnight before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 38.9 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1276.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
AIR FRYER BEEF JERKY
Jerky is a purely addictive health snack. Whip up a batch in a fraction of the time using the air fryer.
Provided by DanaAngeloWhite
Categories Meat
Time P1DT4h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Using a sharp knife, thinly slice beef and place in a resealable bag.
- In a bowl, combine garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sugar chili paste and rice vinegar; whisk well.
- Pour marinade into bag, seal and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 or up to 24 hours.
- When ready to cook, remove pieces of beef from a marinade and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Preheat air fryer to 160-degrees. Place beef in basket and cook for 3 to 4 hours. Checking the jerky periodically for desired doneness. Allow to cool completely and then store in an airtight container.
- Serves: 8; Calories: 69 ; Total Fat: 3 grams; Saturated Fat: 1 gram; Total Carbohydrate: 1 gram; Sugars: 1 gram; Protein: 10 grams; Sodium: 160 milligrams; Cholesterol: 26 milligrams; Fiber: 0 gram.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2.7, Sodium 133.4, Carbohydrate 0.5, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.2
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of beef: Flank steak, top round, and sirloin tip are all good choices for making steak jerky in the air fryer.
- Slice the beef against the grain: This will help the jerky to be more tender.
- Marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes: This will help the jerky to absorb the flavors of the marinade.
- Use a flavorful marinade: There are many different recipes for steak jerky marinade available online. Experiment until you find one that you like.
- Air fry the beef jerky at a low temperature: This will help to prevent the jerky from becoming dry and tough.
- Cook the beef jerky until it is dry and chewy: The jerky should not be moist or slimy.
- Store the beef jerky in an airtight container: The jerky can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Making steak jerky in the air fryer is a quick and easy way to enjoy this delicious snack. With a little planning and preparation, you can make steak jerky that is just as good as, if not better than, what you would buy at the store. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, give air fryer steak jerky a try.
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