How is beef jerky made? This question highlights a culinary tradition that spans thousands of years and cultures across the globe. From ancient Egypt to Central America, dried meats like beef jerky have been essential to survival as a portable, preserved, nutrient-dense food source. Known by many names, including charqui, quant’a, kilishi, biltong, ch’arki, pemmican, […]
The American bison is a spectacular creature. As the largest mammal in North America, with males standing 6 feet tall and weighing up to 2,000 pounds, it’s no wonder they were the principal food source of choice for many Indigenous tribes (particularly the Indigenous People of the Plains) throughout what is now the United States […]
Humans have salted, dried and smoked meat since as far back as the Ancient Egyptian times, if not longer. While it’s been known by many names in many cultures throughout history, the American “jerky” comes from decedents of the ancient Inca empire in South America. The Peruvian Quecha Indians called their dried meat “ch’arki,” a […]
What’s not to love about the Fourth of July? Food, family, friends and fireworks – all rolled into one giant national celebration. This year, as Americans join together to celebrate our nation and its rich history, Mountain America Jerky would like to offer up another kind of American history on a platter. The history of […]
It’s our favorite day of the year. Seriously… what could be better than a day dedicated to jerky? Nothing, in our humble opinion – though we might be a little biased. While we know we don’t need an excuse to eat jerky, it sure is nice having one. So, go ahead – indulge in some […]
It is no secret that we love jerky and we want to know all about tasty, dried meats. In the history of beef jerky, we are pleased to report that there is plenty of evidence that people around the world have been enjoying this tasty, healthy and highly portable choice for a long, long time. Reaching […]