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Air Fryer Beef Jerky (Easy Homemade Recipe)

Simple homemade beef jerky made in the air fryer with bold seasoning and classic chewy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb lean beef top round or eye of round
  • 0.33 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Slice beef thinly and prepare marinade.
  2. Marinate beef for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Pat beef dry and preheat air fryer to 180°F.
  4. Arrange beef in a single layer in air fryer basket.
  5. Cook for 1½–2 hours, flipping every 30 minutes.
  6. Cool completely before storing.

Notes

Slice beef evenly for consistent drying.