I’ve recently been eating less carbs and more protein, as I find the latter more satisfying in smaller quantities. Jerky, especially beef, has been really useful as a snack lately, but the ones I’ve bought from the store tend to be pretty underwhelming. Worse, some have a strong metallic aftertaste that I don’t appreciate. I started to search online for specialty jerky, but there are so many small and large brands!<p>I know that in addition to intellectual pursuits, plenty of people here are into alternative diets and food in general, and might know something about jerky. I’d really appreciate and specific brands, or general tips to sort the wheat from the chaff.<p>Thanks very much if you’ve read this far, and thanks again if you can help.
EPIC Bites and Snack Strips. I have been following a similar diet and these are awesome. Low sugar, too. I recommend the Cracked Black Pepper Venison Strip and the Hickory Smoked Bacon and Pork Bites. I live in Maryland and have been able to find them at both Whole Foods and Giant. <a href="https://epicbar.com/products" rel="nofollow">https://epicbar.com/products</a>
<a href="https://smokedmeats.com" rel="nofollow">https://smokedmeats.com</a><p>Without a doubt you need to make a drive up 395 on the Eastern side of the Sierra Nevada. Stop in Bishop at Mahogany. Get some jerky. Hint: the habanero is HOT!<p>This is the real deal. No industrial processed BS.<p>Continue driving north to Lee Vining. Eat at Mono Cone. Look across Mono Lake to where High Plains Drifter was filmed. Go further north to Bodie. (You have already eaten all of your jerky, because you didn’t buy enough).<p>Or just get mail order deliveries. Not quite the same. But excellent nonetheless.<p>Greetings from Mammoth Lakes, CA.
you can make your own in your oven, search for a recipe, I haven't made it in a while google a recipe.<p>Basically buy a cut of beef on sale, slice in to strips place on a wire rack over a sheet pan.<p>Turn your oven down to the lowest temp, and some even say crack the door slightly so the temp stays low.<p>A better fall or winter project but a nice way to test it out.
Thanks so much to everyone who responded! I’m going to try (over time) all of your suggestions, including DIY. This is a great community and I appreciate your help.