Question:
What exactly IS beef jerky? Is it an aquired taste??
I had read about beef jerky being a good, convenient source of protien. I had never tried it but recently had the chance to at a Sam's Club sample display. It was GROSS!! Kind of like seasoned shoe leather! It amazes me that anyone likes the stuff. Those who do eat it, have you always had a taste for it? — Donna L. (posted on October 12, 2001)
October 12, 2001
I loved it as a kid and still do. It's always been my favorite snack, even
better than candy.
— Danmark
October 12, 2001
Before my surgery I hated jerky but now I eat some. I especially like
teriaki turkey jerky.
— Helen C.
October 12, 2001
Jerky is any kind of meat which has been salted and then dehydrated. My
favorite has always been the stuff I make at home (using my Ronco Automatic
Beef Jerky Machine and Yogurt Maker - really!!), but I have always liked
all of the salted meat products. The texture is a lot like shoe leather,
but it's supposed to be! You might try some other flavors or brands, but
if it's really the hard texture getting to you, try turkey jerkey or salmon
jerkey which are much softer. I particularly like teriyaki salmon jerky.
-Kate-
— kateseidel
October 12, 2001
I found the following History of Beef Jerky at
http://www.jerkysupply.com/history_of_beef_jerky.html ...
The generations of people who have inhabited the Rocky Mountains have
enjoyed smoked meat products. People would use a curing and smoking method
that allowed for nourishment during hard times. This method of smoking and
curing was a means of preservation for meats. The early Indians would dry
venison, buffalo and elk meat. Some would rub berries on the meat and let
it dry in the sun to create "Pemmican" jerky. The early trappers
and explorers would build smoke huts and hang cuts of meat over a fire. The
smoke would cure and the heat dry the meat. Every family had their own
recipe for smoked meat. Jerky was created when the meat would be cut into
strips, flavored and then cured. Stripping the meat from the carcass into
pieces allowed for different size cuts to be made into jerky. Some of these
cuts would have not been able to be used if they were not preserved. Smoked
meats became a staple for people living in the Rocky Mountains.
— [Anonymous]
October 13, 2001
Hi. Beef jerky is DEFINITELY an acquired taste. I used to never eat it, now
I keep it around for a quick protein source when I don't have access to a
shake. It is quite leathery. I tell myself that I'm expending more calories
trying to chew it than I'm getting! It's still not my favorite but it's a
good thing to have around if you need a protein boost. There's quite a
variety of flavors as well: mesquite, hot and spicy, teriyaki, etc., etc.
— Mary Ellen W.
October 15, 2001
Donna: I buy a brand at Wal-Mart called "Pecos Pete". It is a
softer jerky than a lot of it you find. I particularly like the Teriyaki.
I personally keep a bag in my car to munch on when I drive (I communite one
hour each way to go back and forth to work). (((HUGS)))) Pat
— nealp
May 16, 2002
I loooove Beef Jerky...always have...I'm only 1 week post-ops, so not quite
ready for that, but I can't wait to knaw on some! Seems like it would be
very satisfying and long lasting while not filling up the stomach.
— AngelaA
May 16, 2002
I don't like store jerky but homemade is great! I get london broil from
grocery and have butcher slice into strips. I use a jerky mix from Hi
Mountain Jerky & it's great. I use a dehydrator but others at my work
use their ovens. you don't have to dry it until it's leather, it just won't
last as long at room temperature. If you email me I will mail you a
sample!(When you are further postop!)
— Michelle F.
August 16, 2002
DONNA, I LIKE YOU THOUGHT BEEF JERKERY WAS GROSS AND I HAVE BRACES ..SO
EATING IT WAS IMPOSSIBLE...BUT, IF YOU BY BEEF STRIPS FROM A MEAT MARKET
IT'S THE SAME THING ,BUT TASTE A WHOLE LOT BETTER.WITH THE SAME PROTEIN
VALUE. TRY IT..GOOD LUCK
— candi F.
December 27, 2002
Check out www.jerkiesjerky.com They have some unique flavors and it is
soooo good. It is homemade so it isn't tough like that stuff you buy at
the grocery store or gas station. The best is cran-apple turkey...I know
it sounds gross, but you MUST try it...trust me. It is sweet, not better.
Good Luck!
— reaching4thestarz
April 26, 2003
Hello all,
I would highly recommend Pemmican brand beef jerky. I've enjoyed it for
years. I am seven weeks out and tried it several days ago. It went down
very well, and it tastes better than any other brand I've tried.
— Regina S.
August 5, 2004
Beef jerky is dehydrated raw beef marinated in some seasonings. I do it
every year as my grown sons love it. There is no fat to it, and just
dipped it in Dales' marinating sauce and place on a dehydrated for 24
hours. It is a lot better then store bought, make sure the beef roast is
cut to 1/8". The Dale's leaves a lingering taste in your mouth, I use
it on different types of meat when grilling. Try it out, I also dehydrate
apples. Great for a snack. Kathy N.
— Kathy Newton
May 22, 2005
I liked it before, but lately it has become a staple item for me
(especially when I know I will be in the car for a while) The best I have
found is Pemmican Tender original, it is not as tough as others and the
slices are thicker. The only problem for some may be that it generally does
have a lot of sodium.
— socoangel
June 20, 2005
i am very picky when i eat beef jerky i dont like mine really tough i love
slim jims check those out see what the sugar is in them if not alot try
them i love them they are perfect for me !
— swbbgurl
June 20, 2005
It is an acquired taste, but wow did I acquire it. My favorite is Jack
Links Peppered. I got it at Sam's Club 3 bags for $7.82. I also like the
Wal-mart Great Value Peppered version. An 8 oz. bag at my Wal-mart is
$5.74. I take my kitchen shears and cut the pieces up into bite sized
pieces and put them in 2 oz. bags. I keep them in my lunch and use them to
chew on during the day. Works for me.
— Cathy S.
September 29, 2005
My son had the surgery and lost lots of wt. He thrives on beef jerkey and
yogart. We like the terrioky which is harder to eat after the surgery but
is good on the fat thing.
— Cynthia H.
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