Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 lbs lean flank steak, cut into 1/4 inch slices
  • 2 teaspoons ground oregano
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 3/4 cup red wine vinegar or 3/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke

Method

  • Place all ingredients in a plastic zipper bag and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next day, if using your oven to dry, cover your oven racks with foil and preheat oven to 180 degrees F.
  • Transfer drained meat to baking racks and dry for approximately 6 hours; depending on how thick the meat slices are, drying could take between 5 and 7 hours.
  • Be sure to place a couple of potholders in the oven door to keep it slightly ajar so moisture can escape and the meat can dry more thoroughly.