Soy-Free Homemade Turkey Jerky
Satisfy your snack cravings with this **Soy-Free Homemade Turkey Jerky**, a healthier and allergen-friendly alternative to store-bought varieties. Made from lean turkey breast, this recipe skips the soy sauce and uses **Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of honey** for a perfectly balanced savory-sweet marinade. Flavored with aromatic spices like garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a dash of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat, this jerky is both delicious and nutritious. The recipe is easy to follow, requiring minimal prep time and utilizing either your oven or food dehydrator to achieve that chewy, satisfying texture. Whether you’re looking for a high-protein snack or meal-prep idea, this **gluten-free, soy-free turkey jerky** is the perfect choice. Ideal for road trips, hikes, or simply guilt-free snacking at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds turkey breast
- 0.5 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Start by slicing the turkey breast into thin strips, about 1/4-inch thick. For easier slicing, slightly freeze the turkey breast beforehand.
In a large bowl, combine Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully combined.
Add the turkey strips to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the mixture to a sealable plastic bag.
Marinate the turkey in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight for more intense flavor.
Preheat your oven or food dehydrator to 160°F (70°C).
If using an oven, line baking sheets with aluminum foil and place an oven-safe wire rack on top. Arrange the turkey strips in a single layer on the racks, ensuring they are not overlapping.
Dehydrate the turkey strips in the oven or dehydrator for approximately 4 hours, or until the jerky is dry to the touch and slightly pliable, not brittle.
Allow the jerky to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag.
Enjoy your homemade soy-free turkey jerky as a tasty and protein-packed snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.3 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 690 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 8272 mg | 360% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.9 g | ||
| Protein | 263.0 g | 526% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 3483 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
