Effect of metal colander on jerky meat post-marinade
I make a lot of beef jerky. I always marinade in for at least a day in a Ziploc bag. After marinade, I leave it in a colander for several hours to drain and speed up drying. The colander I've always used for this is just a cheap metal one from a garage sale. I know you're not supposed to marinate meat in a metal container, and lately have been wondering if the time in the colander is having any effect on my jerky. I've never noticed any metallic taste or discoloration. What are the odds the colander is effecting the jerky in some way?
Best Answer
Stainless steel, ceramics, and glass are considered "non-reactive" in the kitchen, while vessels made from aluminum, copper, iron, and steel are considered "reactive". The latter category are reactive with acidic and alkaline foods (lemon and tomato, for example). The result is that these foods can take on a metallic taste.
If you have not noticed any off-taste, you are probably using stainless.
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What happens if you marinate jerky too long?
If you marinate the beef for just a short time, you will not achieve the flavors you want and if you marinate it for too long there is a chance of the marinade breaking the protein structure of the meat and making it mushy. Always ensure to put the marinated meat in freezer bags or air-tight glass containers.How do you get seasoning to stick to jerky?
Once you apply the dry rub to the sliced meat you refrigerate it for 12 to 24 hours so the flavors can penetrate it. Depending on the strength of the rub you can either rinse off the rub before dehydrating the meat or put the meat directly in the dehydrator.How do you dry jerky after marinating?
Drying the MeatRemove meat strips from the marinade and drain on clean, absorbent towels. Arrange strips on dehydrator trays or cake racks placed on baking sheets for oven drying. Place the slices close together, but not touching or overlapping. Place the racks in a dehydrator or oven preheated to 140\xbaF.How long is too long marinating jerky?
Bathe That Jerky Place the whole bag into the fridge to thoroughly marinate for up to 24 hours, but no fewer than 4 hours. The longer you marinate, the deeper your flavor and tenderizing action.How To Tenderize ANY Meat!
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