Grass-Fed Beef Jerky Snack Sticks with Smoked Paprika

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Spicy and smoky beef jerky snack sticks made from grass-fed beef, perfect for a high-protein paleo and keto-friendly treat. This American-inspired beef recipe (paleo, keto), ready in about 250 minutes, pairs grass-fed ground beef, smoked paprika, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 10, so it slots cleanly into a paleo week and pairs well with roasted root vegetables or a leafy salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 240 min Serves 10 American cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 175°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 pound grass-fed ground beef with 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon sea salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon liquid smoke. Mix thoroughly until spices are evenly distributed.
  3. Step 3: Divide the mixture into 10 equal parts and roll each into a 6-inch long, 1/2-inch thick stick shape.
  4. Step 4: Place the beef sticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 3-4 hours, flipping halfway through, until the jerky sticks are dry, firm, and slightly chewy.
  6. Step 6: Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container. Enjoy as a protein-packed snack anytime.

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