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Bulgogi Beef Jerky

Bulgogi Beef Jerky: Smoky, Sweet, and Easy to Make at Home

Enjoy Smoky Bulgogi Beef Jerky, a flavorful and easy-to-make snack that captures the essence of Korean street food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust to taste, can substitute with maple syrup
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Or Sriracha, adjust for heat preference
  • 1 medium Asian Pear Ripe pears can be used
For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef (Top round, bottom round, or eye of round) Slice thin (⅛ to ¼ inch)
For Smoking
  • 2 cups Wood Pellets Hickory, maple, cherry, or a mix for flavor

Equipment

  • Smoker
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Beef: Slice your beef into thin strips, about ⅛ to ¼ inch thick.
  2. Marinate: Combine soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and gochujang in a bowl, add beef and coat well.
  3. Preheat Smoker: Heat your smoker to 160°F (71°C) using wood pellets.
  4. Arrange for Drying: Lay marinated beef strips on smoker racks in a single layer.
  5. Smoke the Beef: Smoke for about 3 hours until dry yet slightly pliable.
  6. Cool and Store: Let jerky cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ounceCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 12gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 2gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate overnight and ensure even airflow in the smoker during cooking.

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