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Biltong (Dried Beef) - Homemade & Soy-Free recipe by Safe Plated

Biltong (Dried Beef) - Homemade & Soy-Free

Homemade biltong, a South African dried, cured meat. This recipe avoids soy-based ingredients, focusing on natural flavors.

140m6 servings
Contains fishSOY-free
200 cal|35g protein|3g carbs|5g fat

Ingredients

  • about 910 g Beef (Silverside or Top Round)
  • 2 tablespoons Coarse Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Coriander Seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce (Soy-Free)

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Cut the beef into strips, about 2.54 cm thick.
  2. 2In a bowl, combine the salt, pepper, coriander seeds, and brown sugar.
  3. 3Rub the spice mixture all over the beef strips.
  4. 4Place the beef strips in a container and pour the apple cider vinegar and soy-free Worcestershire sauce over them. Ensure the beef is coated.
  5. 5Cover the container and refrigerate for 12-24 hours, turning occasionally.
  6. 6Remove the beef from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
  7. 7Hang the beef strips in a well-ventilated area (or a dehydrator set to low) for 3-5 days, or until dried to your desired consistency.

Substitutions

Worcestershire Sauce → Soy-Free Worcestershire Sauce

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