National Jerky Day | June 12
Mon Jun 12th

National Jerky Day

Every year, the rich past, ubiquity, and nutritional benefits of dried meat snacks are commemorated.

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This nutrient-rich meat is made lightweight by drying. Since converting it into jerky, a pound of meat or poultry will weigh only about four ounces. Properly made jerky can be stored for months without refrigeration because the drying process removes the bulk of the moisture. Bacteria can be prevented from growing if salt is added to the meat before the drying process begins..

The word "jerky" comes from the Spanish word charqui, which comes from the Quechua (a Native South American language) word ch'arki, which means to fire (meat).

Traditional jerky is sold in individual servings and in larger bags as well. They also sell it in a variety of flavors and add spices for additional heat.

While on road trips, camping, or even long-distance flights, jerky staves off hunger until the next meal. It's also very convenient to pack. So simple, in fact, that it's even been to space due to its lightweight and high level of nutrition. Astros have used jerky as space food several times for space flights since 1996.

How to celebrate national jerky day is a mystery.

Snack on your new jerky. Give your own a shout-out if you make your own. The process is pleasurable, and the end often have friends and family members clamoring for more. Jerky can be used as more than a snack dish. Use it as an ingredient in your cooking, especially if you're camping or exploring the great outdoors. Using jerky, you can create sauces, soups, and stews. We have one recipe for you to try.

With Jerky, Homemade Tomato Sauce With Jerky. Homemade Tomato Sauce With Jerky.

To post on social media, post your favorite jerky using the hashtag #NationalJerkyDay to tag your favorite jerky.

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National Jerky Day was established in 2012 by Jack Link's Beef Jerky and the Wisconsin Beef Council. Beef Jerky and the Wisconsin Beef Council established National Jerky Day in 2012. Check out these other popular road trip snack days: Check out these other popular road trip snack days.

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