Griswolds Turkey Jerky

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It had been years since I watched National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation so when it came on the other night, I popped a bowl of popcorn and sat down to watch it. I had forgotten how funny the turkey scene was and it inspired me to create this turkey jerky recipe. Consume within 3 days or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 30 days.

Submitted by Soup Loving Nicole
Published on January 3, 2020
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
Additional Time:
9 hrs
Total Time:
11 hrs 40 mins
Servings:
35
Yield:
35 jerky strips
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 35 servings

  • 1 ½ pounds ground turkey breast

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • ¼ teaspoon pink curing salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder

  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ teaspoon ground dried sage

Directions

  1. Combine ground turkey, water, liquid smoke, kosher salt, pink salt, pepper, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, and sage in a large bowl. Mix until evenly combined. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.

  2. Form as many sticks as you can fit on the racks of a dehydrator using a jerky gun.

  3. Set the dehydrator to 155 degrees F (68 degrees C).

  4. Cook for 2 1/2 hours. Unplug the dehydrator and remove the lid. Let jerky sit for 1 hour for final drying.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

25 Calories
1g Fat
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 35
Calories 25
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 81mg 4%
Protein 5g 10%
Calcium 2mg 0%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 58mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.