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Recipe of Biltong

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Recipe of Biltong
Biltong is a flavorful South African dried meat snack that's perfect for snacking. It's made by marinating meat in a blend of spices and then air-drying it until it becomes tender and delicious. This recipe yields a batch of mouthwatering Biltong that you and your friends will love.

Recipe Summary

Preparation

20 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ingredients

Instructions

1

Step 1

Slice the beef into thin strips, about 1 cm wide. Make sure to remove any excess fat.
2

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, sea salt, ground coriander, ground black pepper, ground paprika, garlic powder, and bicarbonate of soda. This mixture will be your spice blend.
3

Step 3

Coat each beef strip generously with the spice blend. Make sure to cover all sides of the meat. Place the coated strips in a ziplock bag or a covered container and let them marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best flavor.
4

Step 4

After marinating, remove the beef strips from the fridge and allow them to come to room temperature.
5

Step 5

Preheat your oven to its lowest setting, usually around 50-60°C (120-140°F). Alternatively, you can use a food dehydrator if you have one.
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Step 6

Arrange the marinated beef strips on a wire rack placed on a baking sheet to catch any drips. Make sure there's space between the strips for proper air circulation.
7

Step 7

Place the beef in the preheated oven or food dehydrator. Let it dry for 4-6 hours or until the biltong is dried to your desired level of doneness. The meat should be firm but still slightly tender in the center.
8

Step 8

Once dried, let the Biltong cool completely before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
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Step 9

Enjoy your homemade Biltong as a tasty and protein-packed snack!

Tips for this recipe

Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Biltong and get the best results.

  • Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
  • Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
  • Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning

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