Spicy Beef Jerky
Chewy, spicy homemade beef jerky with a kick of chili and nutty sesame seeds. A perfect high-protein snack made in minutes.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 20g
Ingredients
- 8 oz beef jerky
- 4 whole dried red chili peppers
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, mix the 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp sugar until dissolved. Set aside.
- 2
Heat the 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the 4 dried red chili peppers and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Add the 8 oz beef jerky to the skillet. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the jerky and toss to coat. Cook, stirring, until the jerky is heated through and slightly caramelized, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Sprinkle the 1 tbsp sesame seeds over the jerky and toss to combine. Cook for another minute until the seeds are lightly toasted and the jerky is glossy.
- 5
Remove from heat and serve warm or at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Small bowl
- Measuring spoons
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