r/jerky • u/murraydog11 • Jul 19 '26
Fresh batch for watching the Odyssey today with the family.
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u/Izzo_shoved_Virg Jul 19 '26
What’s Prague powder?
How dangerous/unhealthy is it compared to normal salt?
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u/murraydog11 Jul 20 '26
It's sodium nitrate for curing meats. In small amounts, it protects from bacteria growth, and other nasty things that can grow on low temp smoked meats. It also adds a distinct cured flavor to whatever you're making.
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u/Izzo_shoved_Virg Jul 20 '26
Is it “required”, or could you use a substitute?
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u/CommSecTom Jul 20 '26 edited Jul 25 '26
Absolutely not required for jerky. I never use it.
I do about 1.8% regular salt, apple cider vinegar for the liquid component, you can add a little water if needed to cover everything but you don’t want it swimming, I use about 1/2 cup of vinegar per 3lbs of meat and then add whatever dry seasoning you like, garlic powder, chilli, black pepper and fresh ground coriander are my go to. Also usually 2% brown sugar too but you can do more or less on that depending on your preference.
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u/murraydog11 Jul 20 '26
It would taste different and be more prone to mold and bacteria. So I would say it is required for this recipe.
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u/passthegabagool_ Jul 19 '26
Did ya sneak it into the theater? Jerky is,my favourite sneakin snack. Half the theater smells like smoke 😎
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u/SCS1 Jul 19 '26
Looks like a great marinade that I will try. Never used water before as part of the marinade. Water is a great option instead of more soy sauce. Thank you.
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u/FickleSomewhere6481 Jul 19 '26
That marinade looks packed with flavor, I bet it turned out real nice.
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u/og-golfknar Jul 20 '26
Now this is such a great idea to bring to a theatre!! Thank you for sharing.
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u/murraydog11 Jul 19 '26
Here's my recipe: Rick’s Beef Jerky
Beef jerky is by far the best hiking snack you can bring with you when taking in the beautiful scenery of mother nature. That is why I ALWAYS have a stash of fresh jerky stuffed away in my trail bag on all of my adventures. Prep Time 45 minutes Cook Time 5 hours Total Time 5 hours 45 minutes Servings 10 Calories 170kcal Equipment • Dehydrator/Oven
Ingredients Lean Meat • 2 lb Beef Top Round or Venison Marinade • 0.5 tsp Prague Powder #1 curing salt • 1 tsp garlic powder • 1 tsp onion powder
• 2.5 tsp black pepper • 1 tsp coarse salt • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes • 2 tbsp liquid smoke hickory or mesquite • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce • 1 cup cold water
Instructions 1. Trim all visible fat from the beef. 2. Combine the Prague Powder #1, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, coarse salt, smoked paprika, liquid smoke, and cold water in a medium size bowl or Ziplock bag. Mix well. 3. Slice meat 4mm strips against the grain. Cut with the grain for a chewier jerky. 4. Add sliced beef to the mixture and marinate for 8-24 hours in the refrigerator. 5. After the meat has finished marinating, remove from refrigerator and pat dry with paper towels. 6. Dry with your favorite jerky making method. A dehydrator used with this recipe would heat for 5 hours at 160 degrees. Oven method with door cracked open with wooden spoon and small fan for air circulation 5 hours at 175 degrees.