Beef Jerky (dehydrator) Temperature — 160°F / 71°C for 4-6 hours

Overview

Beef Jerky (dehydrator): dehydrate at 160°F (71°C) for 4-6 hours. USDA recommends preheating meat to 160°F before dehydrating. Slice 1/4 inch thick against the grain.

Key Details

• Dehydrator Temperature: 160°F / 71°C
• Dehydrating Time: 4-6 hours
• USDA recommends preheating meat to 160°F before dehydrating. Slice 1/4 inch thick against the grain.
• Time varies based on humidity, thickness, and dehydrator model
• Store dehydrated foods in airtight containers in cool, dark place

Why This Matters

• Food dehydrating preserves food without chemicals or refrigeration
• Correct temperature ensures food safety while preserving nutrients
• Too high = cooked outside, moist inside (unsafe). Too low = too slow.

How To

1. 1Set dehydrator to 160°F (71°C)
2. 2Prepare food in uniform-thickness slices
3. 3Arrange in single layer on dehydrator trays without overlapping
4. 4Dehydrate for 4-6 hours, checking periodically
5. 5USDA recommends preheating meat to 160°F before dehydrating. Slice 1/4 inch thick against the grain.

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