What is 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.
