Description
Experience the authentic taste of Thai cuisine with this traditional Thai Beef Jerky recipe, also known as Neua Dad Deow. This sun-dried beef is marinated with fish sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and ground pepper, then dried under the sun or in an oven and finally fried to perfection. It’s a savory, flavorful snack perfect for gatherings or a unique protein boost.
Ingredients
Beef and Marinade
- 35.27 ounces beef, sliced 1.5 cm thick
- 4 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 3 teaspoons ground black pepper
Instructions
- Slice the Beef: Begin by slicing your beef into 1.5 cm thick pieces, ensuring uniform thickness for even drying.
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine fish sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and ground pepper. Add the beef slices, evenly coating them with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to fully penetrate.
- Dry the Beef: Arrange the marinated beef slices on a drying rack, making sure pieces do not overlap. Hang the rack directly under the sun for 1 day to dry naturally. Alternatively, you can dry the beef in an oven by placing the slices on a baking tray and drying at 185°F (85°C) for 4.5 hours.
- Portion the Dried Beef: Once dried, collect the beef slices and divide them into your preferred serving sizes.
- Prepare for Cooking or Storage: Cut the amount of dried beef you wish to eat into any shape you prefer. Store the remaining beef in the freezer for future use to maintain freshness.
- Cook the Beef Jerky: Fry the beef either in an air fryer at 180°C (356°F) for 12 minutes or heat a frying pan with enough oil over medium heat and fry the beef until cooked through. This step rehydrates and crisps the jerky, enhancing its flavor and texture.
Notes
- For sun drying, ensure the beef is exposed to direct sunlight and protected from insects.
- If using the oven drying method, keep the door slightly ajar to allow moisture to escape.
- When frying traditionally, use medium heat to avoid burning and ensure even cooking.
- Store leftover dried beef in an airtight container in the freezer to maintain quality for up to 3 months.
- Adjust seasoning and sugar according to your preferred flavor balance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes frying, plus 4.5 hours drying (if oven drying)
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
