Klarstein Master Jerky 16 Mode D'emploi page 34

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If you are using a dryer, check the temperature of the dryer with a thermometer before
drying the meat. The recommended minimum temperature for drying meat is 63°C.
Temperatures below 63°C are not recommended.
Note: It is strongly recommended to heat the meat to 71°C before placing it in a
dehydrator before the drying process. This step ensures that all bacteria present
are destroyed by wet heat. After heating to 70°C, maintain a constant drying
temperature of 55-60°C during the drying process, as the process must be fast
enough to dry food before it spoils and remove as much water as possible to prevent
microorganisms from growing.
If you use a marinade, shake off excess liquid before placing the meat in evenly
distributed individual layers at a distance of approx. 0.64 cm from the trays of the
dehydrator.
Dry the meat at 63-66°C for 4-7 hours. You may occasionally need to remove drops
of fat from the surface of the meat with a paper towel. Drying times can vary due to
many circumstances, including but not limited to: the relative humidity of the room, the
temperature of the meat at the beginning of the drying process, the amount of meat in
the dryer, the leanness of the meat, etc. Always allow the dried meat to cool before
testing the taste.
TIPS
• Do not overlap the food. Place the food flat on the slots of the drying machine.
• Check the dryness after 6 hours, then every 2 hours until the dried food is crunchy,
smooth or leathery, depending on the product.
• Check the foods to make sure they are completely dry before removing them. Open
or cut half of some samples to check for internal dryness. If the food is still wet,
allow it to dry longer.
• Label each container with the name of the food, the date or drying time and the
original weight. Keep a protocol to improve the drying techniques.
• Proper storage is essential to obtain high quality food. Pack the food after it has
cooled down. Food can be stored longer if it is stored in a cool, dark and dry
place. The ideal storage temperature is 16°C or lower.