How Do You Make Ground Deer Jerky?
Every year during deer season, lucky hunters find themselves trying to figure out just what, exactly, to do with all the venison. One way to take advantage of the scraps produced by meat processing is to use them in the creation of ground deer jerky. The procedure is simple and you probably already have everything you need lying around the house. Follow the directions below, using any lean, trimmed meat pieces and seasonings, to create your own jerky for a fraction of the cost of store-bought jerky. Remove as much visible fat as possible from your venison. Grind the lean meat using a 3/16-inch, or fine-grind, plate. Grind the meat a second time and weigh it to ensure you have approximately 6 pounds. Place ground meat into a large container and add seasonings and the quick cure. Mix thoroughly by hand. When you think the seasonings are completely incorporated into the meat, stop, rest a minute and mix some more. The mixing process should take a minimum of 5 minutes. Cover the meat mix w
