Traeger Kitchen
Smoked Bourbon Jerky
Prep Time
20
Minutes
Cook Time
6
Hours
Serves
6 - 8
People
Effort
What's this?
Take a hike with this wood-fired snack. Marinated in a brown sugar and bourbon mix, then slow-smoked over oak, this jerky packs some serious flavor.
Ingredients
3 Pound flank steak
1 Cup bourbon
1/2 Cup brown sugar
1/4 Cup Traeger Jerky Rub
1 Can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
3 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 Cup apple cider vinegar
Steps
1
Roll flank steak up parallel to the grain. Slice, with the grain, into 1/4 inch thick slices.2
Combine all ingredients for marinade in a medium bowl and mix well. Place sliced flank steak in a large zip top bag and pour marinade over steak.3
Place in refrigerator and marinate overnight.4
When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 180℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.5
Remove flank from the marinade, discard marinade and lay slices on a jerky rack or directly on the grill grate.6
Smoke for about 6 hours or until jerky has dried out but is still pliable.7
Remove from grill and let cool at room temperature, lightly covered for 1 hour.8
Store in an airtight container or zip top bag in the refrigerator. Enjoy!