Many cultures around the world have similar dried meat traditions, including jerky, pastirma, and other cured meats.
Ingredients
To make this classic homemade dried beef recipe, you will need:
- 2–3 pounds lean beef (eye of round works best)
- 3 tablespoons coarse salt
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: curing salt for preservation
Using lean cuts of beef helps the meat dry properly and prevents excessive fat from spoiling.
