
Salmon jerky sounds like a specialty-store splurge, but this homemade version proves it's completely doable in your own kitchen ā and far more satisfying. The marinade is built entirely from real, whole ingredients: coconut aminos bring that deep, savory backbone without any synthetic additives, while fresh ginger, minced garlic, and ground turmeric layer in warmth and complexity that no artificial flavoring could replicate. A touch of honey and apple cider vinegar round everything out with just the right balance of sweet and tangy. The low-and-slow oven method does the heavy lifting, slowly drawing out moisture over a few hours until each strip is firm, chewy, and packed with flavor. It's the kind of snack that travels well, packs serious protein, and doesn't come with a suspicious ingredient list on the back of a foil pouch. If you've ever picked up a bag of jerky at the store only to put it back after reading the label, this recipe is exactly what you've been looking for.
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Place the salmon fillet on a cutting board and freeze for 20ā30 minutes, until firm but not frozen solid ā this makes slicing easier. Using a sharp knife, cut the salmon against the grain into strips about 1/4 inch thick and 1 inch wide.
In a zip-top bag or shallow dish, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, turmeric, honey, and sea salt until combined.
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