Beef jerky

Ingredients:

• 0.9 kg beef fillet, trim fat
• 1.5 tbsp coarse salt
• 2 teaspoons of sugar
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 0.5 tsp ground coriander
• 0.5 tsp smoked paprika

Preparation:

1. Slice the beef along the grain into strips about 2.5 cm thick and 8 cm long. If the strips seem too large, don't worry: this is how it should be, as they will shrink significantly during cooking.
2. Combine the remaining ingredients in a bowl. Rub the beef generously with this spice mixture, using it all. Cover the meat and refrigerate for 24 hours.
3. Preheat the oven to 120°C (250°F). Place the strips of meat on a rack set over a baking sheet. Arrange the pieces so they don't touch. This will ensure even drying. Bake for 6-7 hours, until the pieces are dry. If you prefer chewier jerky, remove it from the oven after 6 hours. Otherwise, let it dry for a full 7 hours.
4. Divide the jerky into bags. Store the bags in an airtight container at room temperature; the jerky will keep for several months.