Updated: February 21, 2024 Renowned for its rich flavor and impressive protein punch, beef jerky is a top-tier snack beloved by many. Its appeal doesn’t rely on taste alone; the convenience of this portable, no-mess food makes it an unbeatable choice for on-the-go munching in virtually any setting. And for those health-conscious snackers, beef jerky […]
When it comes to building a comprehensive bug out bag (aka an emergency kit), most people neglect one important aspect that is vital to everyday survival: food. Of course, after reading that (and double-checking your pantry stash) your first impulse may be to Google “best emergency food kits.” Let us save you the sticker-shock: you’re […]
The answer to the question of whether beef jerky is cooked may seem obvious to most, but you’d be surprised how often it is asked. Most people just want to verify they are not eating anything raw, which they aren’t. So the simplest answer is yes, as beef jerky is not raw. Yet it is not “cooked” in […]
For many people, Summertime is the height of traveling. The kids are out of school, the weather is fine and it is a perfect time to visit relatives, see the country or just go play! Depending on how you are traveling, making sure there are plenty of tasty jerky snack items to keep hunger at […]
Now that we know jerky has been around for hundreds and hundreds of years thanks to the Incas, jerky also made its mark in the New World. With the knowledge of drying and preserving meat learned in South America, in and around what we know as Peru today, the Incas may have passed along some […]
It’s tough to know who made jerky first and where the idea was born in history. Maybe it was an accidental process but history as we know it has been determined that most likely it was being created at some point between the 1300’s to the 1500’s in an Incan tribe known as the Quechua. […]
Mountain America has been making jerky since 1999. That is 13 years of trial and error and finding ways to make and sell you the best product we can. With all of our work and processes, we have found some pretty wonderful ways to make tender and moist jerky that can be enjoyed by people, […]
Experienced hikers, fisherman and outdoor enthusiasts are familiar with packaging food supplies for their trips. But to a novice, there are a few tips and things you should know about storing your jerky for a few nights out in the wilderness, or at the KOA. The texture of Jerky can be changed by moisture so […]