Pecan Free Orange-Garlic Beef Jerky

Bright citrus, punchy garlic, and a deep savory backbone make this homemade beef jerky genuinely hard to stop eating. The marinade leans on fresh orange juice and zest, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and a hit of ginger and turmeric — layers of flavor that soak into every strip overnight and reward your patience in a big way. Store-bought jerky can be a minefield of mystery seasonings and shared processing lines, so making your own means you know exactly what went into the bag. Chilling the steak before slicing is a clever trick that gives you clean, even strips without any special equipment, and the low-and-slow oven method does the rest of the work for you. The result is deeply browned, satisfyingly chewy jerky with just enough tenderness — the kind of snack that disappears fast whether you're packing it for a road trip or just raiding the fridge. It keeps in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or the freezer for up to three months, so a single batch goes a long way.

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