Biltong making - Not suitable for veggies

Discussion in 'Can Cook, Will Cook' started by Jasonm, Jun 19, 2013.

  1. So, inspired by Mr Fishy trousers bacon post I thought I would share something meaty with you..
    Biltong is a South African cured meat , a bit like beef jerky....
    Quite easy to make and only uses the heat from a 60 watt light bulb ( I was sceptical too )
    So I made a drying box from 5mm MDF , screw the pieces together, no glue to affect the flavour of the meat, drill large holes along the bottom and also in the lid to get a draw of air through the box, fit dowels near the top to hang the meat from. cover said holes with fine mesh to stop any bugs getting in. Ensure the door is quite flush for the same reason. fit a 60W light bulb at the back low down.

    Slice your meat, usually beef ( any cut will do, doesnt need to be an expensive piece ) into thin slices.
    Marinade overnight in a marinade of your choice, I use soy sauce with some golden syrup for a little sweetness but its good to experiment..
    Then sprinkle with biltong herbs ( optional but tastes great )
    Hang using plastic hooks along the dowels and switch on your light.
    Depending on how thin you cut the meat and how chewey / hard you want your end product you come back after 24- 36 hours and harvest your Biltong... Yum yum yum....
    Now, Im the first to admit the end result looks like something the cat did in a sandpit but believe me when I say it tastes great!
    Let the abuse begin! Lol.....
    I got the hooks and spices from www.biltongbox.com
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  2. Terrordales

    Terrordales Nightshift

    I'll give that a go :thumbsup:
     
  3. I am a veggie but im always interested in what you crazy carnivores get up to. New hights - fantastic!!!! Again Im not disapointed, youve got too much time on your hands lol!
     
  4. Nice one! Its surprisingly easy to make the box... Just try to make the edges as flush as you can.. Ill post the box dimensions when I get time..
     
  5. Looks good enough to eat, must try that something to chew on a long journey.
     

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