Jerky marinades

Jerky marinades are every where online and in books but you don't have to follow any of them. You can create your own jerky marinades but I would suggest that you begin your adventure into the wonderful world of homemade jerky by following the established jerky marinades recipes first and then determining what you would like to change. Mostly the things people generally like to change is to make the marinade more or less sweet or more or less hot. Whatever you do, if you like to hunt you will be able to develop your own deer jerky marinade.

Ground jerky

Ground jerky is a softer chew than jerky strips but takes longer to make. It is often easier to at least partially freeze the meat before you put it through the grinder as it grinds better. It is important to thoroughly mix the marinade with the ground jerky and it's best to do it by hand. You will freeze your hands though so you have to mix it until you can't feel your fingers to get a thorough mix. Once it is mixed through with one of your favorite jerky marinades you will have to grind it again but finer this time.