Tropical Jerky

Combine marinade ingredients in a bowl or ziplock bag. Cut the sliced meat into narrow strips.

Add beef strips to the mixture in the ziplock bag or bowl and marinate for 6 to 24 Hours in the refrigerator.

Remove from refrigerator and strain excess marinade in a colander or pat dry with paper towels.

Place on a cooling rack over a foil-lined sheet pan.

Place the pan on a rack set high in the oven, and set the oven temperature to 170 degrees. Keep the oven door slightly open by sticking a wooden spoon or crushed aluminum can in the door. This will allow some of the heat to escape so the meat has a chance to dry without cooking.

Let the meat dry for about 3 Hours, then flip it over and give it another 3 Hours or so. Total cooking time depends a lot on the size and thickness of your strips.

Your jerky will be done when it’s dry enough that you can rip off a piece easily. Remove from oven and leave the jerky out to cool for 2 to 3 Hours, and then place in an airtight container or zippered plastic bag. It will stay fresh and safe to eat for 4 to 6 months.