Wheat Free Coconut Aminos Beef Jerky

Total time12 hr 20 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time4 hr

4.9

(19)

Homemade beef jerky hits differently when you know exactly what went into it — and this version delivers bold, savory flavor without a drop of soy sauce or anything wheat-derived. The star of the marinade is coconut aminos, which brings that deep, umami-rich depth you expect from jerky while keeping things completely free of gluten-containing ingredients. Apple cider vinegar adds a subtle tang, honey rounds out the sweetness, and fresh garlic, ginger, and turmeric layer in a warmth that makes each strip genuinely interesting. Partially freezing the beef before slicing is a smart trick that gives you clean, even cuts — a small step that makes a real difference in the final texture. Low and slow in the oven does the rest, pulling moisture out gradually until you get strips that are chewy, deeply browned, and satisfying in that snack-you-can't-stop-eating kind of way. Store-bought jerky is notoriously hit-or-miss when it comes to hidden soy or wheat-based additives, so making your own with this straightforward marinade puts you fully in control. Batch it on a weekend and you'll have a protein-packed snack ready to grab all week 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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