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Biltong
A South African air-dried cured beef snack seasoned with vinegar, salt, toasted coriander, and black pepper.
Hard⏱️ 76 hr 25 min📖 1 min readServes 8~226 kcal🇿🇦 South African🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 4560 min rest
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 3 d 4 h- Prep25 min
- Resting/Marinating3 d 4 h
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
For the cure
- 1.2 kg Beef top round
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) Grape vinegar
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Rock salt
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Coriander seeds
- 1.5 tatlı kaşığı(~15 ml) Black pepper
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Brown sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the beef top round along the grain into long strips 2 cm thick.
- 2
Toast the coriander seeds in a dry pan for 3 minutes until fragrant, then crush them coarsely.
3 min03:00 - 3
Mix the rock salt, crushed coriander seeds, black pepper, and brown sugar.
- 4
Moisten the beef strips with grape vinegar and coat all sides with the spiced salt mixture.
- 5
Cure the meat in a covered container in the refrigerator for 4 hours.
4 hr240:00 - 6
Lightly wipe off the excess salt from the meat and hang the strips on clean hooks.
- 7
Dry the biltong in a cool, clean, airy place for 3 days; the timer is limited to 24 hours, so check the surface every day.
24 hr1440:00 - 8
Slice the dried meat thinly, store it in an airtight container, and serve.
💡 Tip: Do not use a warm, airless spot such as the top of a refrigerator for drying meat; without clean airflow, biltong becomes a risky curing attempt.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Slice biltong thinly and serve it as a protein snack plate with nuts and optional ayran.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~226
kcal calories
32
g protein
2
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 57%Carbs 4%Fat 39%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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FAQ
How many servings does Biltong make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Biltong take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 0 minutes, including 4560 minutes of passive resting; 4585 minutes in total.Is Biltong difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Biltong have?
Approximately 226 kcal per serving. Protein: 32g, carbs: 2g, fat: 10g.Is Biltong allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Biltong belong to?
This recipe belongs to South African cuisine.How many ingredients does Biltong need?
This recipe needs 6 ingredients.
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