Meat Snacks with a Meat Gun and Dehydrator
Creating meat snacks at home is not only cost-effective but also allows for customization according to personal taste. With a dehydrator and a jerky cannon, or “meat gun,” you can easily make delicious jerky sticks. The recipe provided here is for Standard Jerky Sticks and includes measurements for different batch sizes.
Note on Equipment: To make these jerky sticks, you’ll need a dehydrator for drying the meat and a jerky cannon, which is essential for shaping the meat into uniform sticks.
Recipe: Standard Jerky Sticks
Ingredients List The following measurements are provided for three different batch sizes: 1 lb, 3 lbs, and 4 lbs.
- Paprika
- 1 tsp (for 1 lb)
- 3 tsp (for 3 lbs)
- 4 tsp (for 4 lbs)
- Black Pepper
- 0.66 tsp (for 1 lb)
- 2 tsp (for 3 lbs)
- 2.66 tsp (for 4 lbs)
- Cayenne Pepper
- 0.33 tsp (for 1 lb)
- 2 tsp (for 3 lbs)
- 1.33 tsp (for 4 lbs)
- No. 1 Curing Salt
- 0.33 tsp (for 1 lb)
- 1 tsp (for 3 lbs)
- 1.33 tsp (for 4 lbs)
- Sugar
- 0.66 tsp (for 1 lb)
- 2 tsp (for 3 lbs)
- 2.64 tsp (for 4 lbs)
- Garlic Powder
- 0.33 tsp (for 1 lb)
- 1 tsp (for 3 lbs)
- 1.32 tsp (for 4 lbs)
- Dale’s Steak Seasoning
- 6 tsp (for 1 lb)
- 18 tsp (for 3 lbs)
- 24 tsp (for 4 lbs)
Preparation Steps
- Mix all the ingredients thoroughly with the chosen quantity of meat.
- Use the jerky cannon to shape the meat mixture into sticks.
- Place the sticks in the dehydrator and follow the dehydrator’s instructions for drying time and temperature.
Preparation and Cooking Time
- Varies depending on dehydrator settings and the thickness of the jerky sticks.
Serving Information
- Yields: Varies based on batch size
- Ideal as a savory snack for on-the-go, outdoor activities, or simply as a tasty treat.
Tips or Variations
- Feel free to adjust the spice levels according to your taste preferences.
- Experiment with other seasonings or marinades for different flavor profiles.
Last Modified: 12/18/2023