Paraben Free Coconut Aminos Beef Jerky

Total time12 hr 20 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time4 hr

4.9

(19)

Homemade beef jerky hits different when you know exactly what went into it, and this version delivers bold, savory flavor without any of the synthetic preservatives or additives that make store-bought bags a gamble. Conventional jerky products are notorious for long ingredient lists packed with artificial flavor enhancers and chemical stabilizers — none of which have any place here. Instead, the marinade leans on coconut aminos for that deep, umami-rich base, brightened up with apple cider vinegar, honey, fresh garlic, and grated ginger for layers of flavor that feel genuinely complex. A touch of turmeric and optional Ceylon cinnamon round things out with warm, earthy notes that make each strip taste like it was actually crafted with intention. The low-and-slow oven method does all the heavy lifting, pulling moisture out gradually so you end up with jerky that's chewy and satisfying without being tough or brittle. Patting the strips dry before and after marinating is a small step that makes a real difference in the final texture, so don't skip it. Once cooled, it keeps well at room temperature for a week or in the fridge for up to three weeks — though it rarely lasts that long.

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the jerky

2 lb flank steak or top round, trimmed of visible fat

For the marinade

⅓ cup coconut aminos
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
½ tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp fine sea salt
¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

1
Place the flank steak in the freezer for 30–45 minutes, until it is firm but not frozen solid — this makes slicing much easier. Using a sharp knife, slice the beef against the grain into strips about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick. Pat the strips dry with paper towels.
2
In a zip-top bag or shallow dish, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, turmeric, onion powder, salt, and Ceylon cinnamon, if using, until combined.

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