Beef Jerky

Instructions

• 1Wrap the beef in plastic wrap and partially freeze it for 2 hours. This makes it easier to thinly slice, but over freezing could make it too hard to slice.
• 2Place the remaining ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
• 3Unwrap the beef and thinly slice across the grain for a tender jerky. Use a sharp knife so the beef doesn’t tear. Place the beef and spice mix in a large resealable bag and shake to coat. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
• 4Arrange half of the beef in a single layer in the air fry basket. Refrigerate the remaining beef until required.
• 5Place the basket in rack position 4 and start the timer. Dehydrate until the beef is dry and firm. The jerky is ready when it’s dark in color and dry, but still slightly pliable and not crisp. If it’s dried for too long, it will be tough rather than chewy. Remove the jerky from the basket and place it on a wire rack to cool.
• 6Repeat with the remaining beef.
• 7Serve the jerky or place it into an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 4 months or at room temperature for 3 weeks.