How to Slice Meat for Delicious Beef Jerky. Tips from a Pro.

[@HerrP58]

Appreciate you mentioning the commissary. It's been over 20 years since I retired, and I still reap the benefits of using the commissary for quality cuts at a lower price than "on the economy." Not many KZbinrs mention it, so thanks, mate.

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Absolutely and thank you for your service!

[@jdgower1]

I'm a home jerky maker and even if I took five pounds of meat and made jerky, it won't last a week in this house, so I'm not scared of fat in the jerky. As a matter of fact, I kinda aim toward a few pieces here and there as "cook meat" or "keeper strips". Somehow those always come up missing when the family gets a go at the take... Helpful hint for getting thin sliced beef if you don't have a meat slicer- see if you can get some top round pre-sliced for milanesa. Slice that stuff into strips with a knife, marinate it, and smoke or dehydrate it to your pleasure. Good stuff. Also, if you do have a meat slicer, just remember your freezer is your friend. Flimsy meat is harder to slice than firm almost frozen meat.

[@akhiker01]

Do you have any advice for storage . Is it safe to keep in pantry or fridge , is mason ball glass jars or ziplocks ok for storage. Is one better than other ? Thank you

[@jdgower1]

@@akhiker01 As I said above,I'm not too concerned with storage because a full complement of my dehydrator is typically eaten well inside of a week. That said, if you want to make jerky that has a long shelf life, you really do want to minimize fat to the extent that you can, and keep it in a cold environment like a fridge or freezer. The whole purpose of dehydrating meat as a preservative is to reduce the moisture content of the meat to a point where it cannot support the growth of harmful latent bacteria in or on the meat. Fat inherently has a lot of moisture in it, so if you leave significantly high levels of fat on your jerky, it's eventually going to go rancid after enough time. That's not necessarily always dangerous early on, but enough rancid fat in anything will give it an unpleasant taste - which is a huge buzzkill. As for how I store my jerky, I use cheap zipper bags left on the counter. I typically write on them, "Don't throw away. Jerky bag." Because those bags go empty pretty quickly and even though they are cheap, they are fine for several more missions.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I've got to get one of those hand slicers! That did a really good job and fast!

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Smoky Ribs BBQ consistent slices every time!

[@xrpgino6858]

@rat rat yeah just cut it thinner

[@virtuamatt2927]

heey what about repairs? anythin broke down? I would like to buy one from USA to the Europe :)

[@EL-yz6ne]

@@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats What's the name of that slicer and where do I get one?

[@531ff]

Excellent video brother . During quarantine my dehydrator is getting some miles put on her .

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

b miller thank you!

[@magebomba318]

Dude same here!

[@CookbookAdventures]

Thanks for the info, that slicer is no joke.

[@tooad]

thank you for the tips sir, trimming some stuff up tonight

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Thank you!!

[@jerryactrik1901]

Just trying to get some tips before my first attempt at jerky. Thanks for the video!

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Thank you for watching!

[@davidh6292]

I make jerky at home every now and then. I'm totally getting that jerky slicer. Well worth the 99 bucks.

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

It sure is! Thanks for watching!

[@RenegadeSith]

Good video, thanks for the pointers! I’m trimming some out now.

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Thank you!

[@user-ql9sz1oq6r]

Awesome video. I just bought this exact slicer and mine doesn't cut all way through. The meat comes out looking like an accordion 🪗 haha. I have to send back. I'm glad yours is working great.

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Does it have the tenderizer blades in it instead of the cutting blade set?

[@user-ql9sz1oq6r]

@@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats No sir. The round cylinder blades for jerky is in it. I sent it back today and ordered the Weston to give that a try. Most of the cylinder blades were not sharp on it after inspection. It would cut 2 perfect slices and the rest of the meat would be like an accordion. I got the one made on Friday apparently.

[@slyfly4829]

ive never seen a slicer like that,, thats cool

[@teresa9432]

Video very helpful and music was great!

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Teresa thank you!

[@Brently]

Excellent video. Thank you so much. I’m going to get one of those Game Winner slicers.

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Thank you for commenting. Good luck with your jerky making!

[@akhiker01]

I want one too!!! 😂 I need information on storage as far as pantry shelf, fridge, ziplocks or mason glass jars . I don’t want anyone getting sick. Any advice you can offer ? Thanks in advance

[@damurr7515]

I noticed you sliced with the grain instead of against the grain. Aren't you supposed to slice against the grain for more " chewability ".

[@ctrway11]

You can slice any way you prefer it. I personally slice my jerky about 30-40 degrees from the grain. I like my jerky to have some jerk to it. Some may want an easier chew, so yes you would slice against the grain then.

[@ralphhenderson6086]

What kind of knives do you use

[@angien168]

Do you have a good teriyaki beef jerky recipe? Glad I found your Channel. I'm from Slidell Louisiana but love the Gulf Coast. Would love to see some of your cooking tips on regular BBQ Pits and smokers. Thanks again

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Angie N Hello! We do have a great Teriyaki recipe. I will try to do a video on it soon! Thank you for checking us out!!

[@akhiker01]

I’m a beginner home dehydrator for jerky . Do you have any advice for storage . Is it safe to keep in pantry or fridge , is mason ball glass jars or ziplocks ok for storage. Is one better than other ? Thank you

[@lonnieshaver4027]

Thank You for the video. I've never made jerky at home before. Can you smoke the entire eye of round first then slice it? Or better to slice then smoke? How long do you smoke before putting the meat in the dehydrator? Thank You.

[@karioxley7691]

What knife is this? Is there a link I could buy the same one?

[@jesseserna4490]

Freeze meat half way frozen depends on how much meat u got and slice mostly frozen works so good

[@elvismekowulu4634]

Very informative video. Is that container with orange band the vacuum tumbler marinator? If it is, how do you find it against normal marinating for days?

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

It is a tumbler. It certainly speeds up the process. One of the best purchases we’ve made.

[@SouthernCoastalCookingTM]

I have a wagyu eye of round and with your instruction I would love to make it into jerky

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Lets do it!

[@cfalletta7220]

Freezing the meat and using a meat slicer is the best method allows you to cut the meat as thin as possible the thinner the meat the better in my opinion

[@SouthernCoastalCookingTM]

very interesting how you cut the eye of round with the grain

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Southern Coastal Cooking ™ Hey my friend! I’ve done it both ways but it’s easier to load the smoker with the long slices when we do big batches.

[@MTTRON]

I think it chews better than against the grain.

[@azliz4186]

Hi Brian! I have this slicer, but I can't get anything thicker than a half inch to come out the bottom. (yes, the combs are installed correctly) The manual says it will handle up to 1 and 1/4 inch. I've watched your videos and Jaxx, & that seems to be about the thickness you are using, but mine just gets jammed. Not sure what I'm doing wrong, I was hoping you might have some advice for me? Thanks, great videos!

[@kennethwelsh2372]

Gotta freeze the meat a little bit then you can cut on a slicer

[@patsygreen20]

Go Google how to make South African Biltong, it's a beef jerky from Africa. Tastes amazing. Thanks for your video, like the slicer

[@xrpgino6858]

Nothing compared to a tender beef jerky

[@mousetm1557]

Is the slicer easy to clean? Do you clean it after each use? (Fairly new to making jerky I was recently gifted the family recipe)

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

It is easy to disassemble and clean.

[@Tom-uw2ok]

Thanks for showing me how to cut jerkey with a machine I will never own

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

A machine? Uh... you’re welcome.

[@mickvk]

Question on the slicer: what's the cleaning process like? Sometimes I worry about food safety with appliances so I just tend to process manually but I'm prolly over thinking it.

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

It can be taken apart easily and cleaned. We always wash it and submerge each part in a sanitizer “bath.” Thanks for asking.

[@angelaterrazas6590]

Dang that knife though 🔪

[@marcusaetius9309]

Really, so for “small batches “ people are supposed to go out and buy a machine to cut strips?

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

The slicer produces very consistent jerky slices. It’s very affordable at $99. The goal of the video is to share with others that enjoy making jerky, a quicker and more consistent alternative to hand slicing with a knife.

[@crowdedveins9210]

Thanks for the tips. Just wondering but Wal-Mart owns sams club does that mean they get better meat for sams ? Or is the sams your talking about not sams club ?

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Crowded Veins , thank you for checking out the video. I’m able to buy cases at Sam’s, so occasionally I will buy our rounds there. I also get a great product from Greater Omaha.

[@531ff]

Sams and Wal Mart same same

[@acolley2891]

Don't throw away that fat! Make Tallow with it. Good video but you really did not show us how to slice it at home with a knife.

[@DebRoo11]

Was kind of an advertisement for the slicer machine lol how think? Grain?

[@HerrP58]

Best to put meat in freezer for about 30 minutes to get it semi-frozen. Much easier to get uniform slices that way.

[@ACountryWayOfLife]

I was looking in to getting a slicer. I was thinking of getting the one that attaches to the cabelas carnivore meat grinder. I shop at my commissary all the time. Air Force!!!!

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

MD's Country Cooking Air Force!! Thank you for your service!

[@danielnerbetski6603]

I suggest getting a side slicer with one of those spinning blades. you can get the meat really thin and crispy.

[@HerrP58]

Retired Air Force here. Thanks for serving too!

[@georgekrug2071]

What Commercial smoker or smokers do you have ?

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Our main smoker is a Southern Pride 500. We are in the process of getting a GameChanger smoker, as well. Check out our video, “Is this commercial smoker really a Game Changer”. These two smokers are quite different, but both put out consistent product. Thanks for watching!

[@glennpaulson8479]

I really enjoy your page,and all tips. Do you offer a class on being a pit master?

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Glenn Paulson not currently, but if there is anything I can help you with, I’ll be glad to. Is there a particular subject you would like me to address?

[@glennpaulson8479]

Smokehouse Bayou Smoked Meats Thanks for your reply. Can you share how to do prime rib. I love to do it for Christmas. Or pork chops would be great.

[@azliz4186]

Does anyone know how this slicer compares to the Cabela's brand? Thanks!

[@danielnerbetski6603]

whats your opinion on real smoke and liquid smoke?

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Man, I prefer real smoke. However, I’m not opposed to liquid if someone needs to dehydrate their jerky and maybe doesn’t have access to a smoker.

[@havsumora]

Real smoke! But no smoker here, so a little dab will do ya of that liquid smoke! I like Stubbs Hickory or Mesquite flavors.

[@felixjr3056]

can make it out of ribeye?

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Yes!

[@Tsaniko]

First thought was that hand cutter would be great for thick cut bacon 😂 😂

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Absolutely!

[@RaagsTuRiches]

I get anxiety when he put his fingers in the slicer. Good information though!

[@djlowtek]

Hey just a heads up.... Sams Club == Walmart. Same company.

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Additional grades of meat are available at our Sam’s. Thanks for commenting.

[@Jeeptek1]

Wish you showed slicing and orientation with out you dedicated tool.

[@pasqualified]

i know.... I wasted time watching this.

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

@@pasqualified not sure what you were expecting. I showed you how to cut jerky slices quickly and consistently, just like the video heading suggested. Anyway, best of luck.

[@jesseserna4490]

Sams is Walmart like dodge is Chrysler

[@judichristopher4604]

Yes Dodge is BETTER

[@adaml7964]

Was expecting from the title a 'how to slice' video not a how to dress the meat before throwing it in a slicer video lol .. was entertaining anyway

[@noface181]

Why do I think this man is cute??? Hes probably twice my age lol, anyway ty for the tips, making venison jerky rn

[@paigemccormick6519]

And I'm twice HIS age! Still cute.

[@vadimvlogz]

I cant the meat slicer..

[@DuuudeMaaan]

Sam's Club and Walmart are the same company but good video

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

DuuudeMaaan yes sir. However, our local Sam’s has selections of brisket and other meats that are higher grade than they carry at Walmart. I should have explained myself better. Thanks for watching.

[@DuuudeMaaan]

Smokehouse Bayou Smoked Meats oh okay I see. For the game winner jerky slicer, I had a similar one I bought different brand but after a few uses, it wouldn’t slice the meat properly and would get stuck inside. Do you know why this happens?

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

The meat will get stuck if your filets are too thick. Otherwise, I’ve had great luck with my slicer. I’ve sliced thousands of pounds. Not bad for $100 investment.

[@3mate1]

Sam's Club and Walmart are the same company...

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

..and there is variations in their inventory.

[@helpwithfoodstorage5943]

Slice It Thin !

[@gizzyguzzi]

Slice it thick!

[@Wowc1999]

So basically, buy a slicer

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Buy the correct slicer.

[@tinastilwell9688]

What's the correct slicer please? Also where can I get a knife like that?

[@contraband1543]

Uhhh, Sams is Walmart I'm pretty sure

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Our Walmart and Sam’s do not carry the same meat on every cut.

[@jessicacoldwell5414]

really, you think that everyone has that slicer?

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Jessica Coldwell No, but Save up $99 dollars and you could!

[@jessicacoldwell5414]

@@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats Where would I purchase this?

[@joshpierce5377]

Smokehouse bayou great video and don’t worry about all the jealous people talking about your cool slicer.

[@Mastermindyoung14]

Tips from a pro: buy a pro machine... 🙄

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

The proper tools are key. Thanks for watching!

[@joelrausch4824]

Too thick

[@bonsaltsunami]

How annoying is that accent. Please speak correctly. It would help with your likes.

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Al Rea this comment made my day! My southern accent is very “thick”, no doubt. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@amethystsunangel1955]

What an ignorant bullshit thing to say.

[@tailintheduckers8178]

Amazing video

[@gizzyguzzi]

I lack the way you tawk.