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Drizzle with apple cider vinegar and Worcestershire sauce, ensuring all sides are coated.","group":"Curing","title":"Place the beef strips","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Curing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Rub the spice mixture thoroughly into the meat. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 12 hours, turning the meat once or twice to ensure even penetration of the cure.","group":"Curing","title":"Rub the spice mixture thoroughly","timerMinutes":720,"sourceTitle":"Curing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Remove the meat from the fridge and pat slightly dry with paper towels. Hang the strips in a biltong box or a cool, dry area with excellent airflow. Ensure the pieces do not touch each other.","group":"Drying","title":"Remove the meat from the fridge and pat slightly dry","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Drying"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Dry for 3 to 5 days, depending on the thickness of the meat and your preference for 'wet' or 'dry' biltong. 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Ensure there is good airflow during the drying process to prevent mold.","cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["South African"]},"course":["appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["dehydrate"],"equipment":["non-reactive dish","biltong box or hooks","mortar and pestle","paper towels"],"diet":["high_protein","low_carb","keto","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","egg_free","paleo"],"allergens":["fish"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":500,"unit":"g","note":"Final weight after drying"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Biltong must be made ahead as it requires several days to dry."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in a brown paper bag or an open container in a cool, dry place for short-term consumption. For longer storage, vacuum seal and keep in the fridge or freezer.","reheatingNotes":"Do not reheat. Serve at room temperature."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbiltong_6e3f49e12a%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=7a4a7ca8-38a1-4134-b871-878cf46d98cc","imageAlt":"Traditional South African Biltong — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["biltong","dried meat","jerky","high protein","keto","south african","carnivore","snack"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Traditional South African Biltong","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T22:25:14.560Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T22:25:14.560Z","related":[{"id":"boli_cb6fb8f7eb","slug":"boli-roasted-plantain","title":"Boli (Roasted Plantain)","description":"A beloved West African street food staple consisting of sweet, ripe plantains grilled until caramelized and smoky. 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