wild turkey jerky?

[bobbymalone]

Got one breast left over from last year and decided to make jerky. Jerky first timer here. Got it sliced up and marinating in some pre made stuff I found at cabelas.

I'm using a dehydrator. Any ideas on settings? The dehydrator and the pre made mix have a recommendation but its just for "wild game". I feel like its probably dumb to call venison and Turkey the same. Looking for some real world experience.

[haleysgold]

I've done it but I put mine in a smoker on jerky racks.

It turns out excellent.

Not sure about the settings but I keep mine at a low temp so I don't "cook" it.

Then I end up turning it over about 1/2 way. The thinner pieces get done sooner so I pull some off when they start to look "done". That's before they dry out as they will dry more after they're removed.

If I remember right, I set the temp at about 160-180.

Make sure they don't touch so they get air which is why I move 'em around after they start to shrink.

Also, I keep them in the marinade longer that it calls for...extra flavor.

I also spray them with apple juice/honey mix at about the 3/4 done mark especially with the hotter marinades...gives 'em a sweet/spicy taste.

Not dumb to think venison...I do that the exact same way.

[otterman91105]

If you can set it for 160. As far as how long to cook your just going to have to watch it.