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Step 1
Trim all the fat and slice the meat 1/8 to 1/4 inches thick. Cut with the grain if you want a chewier jerky and against the grain if you prefer your jerky more tender.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl mix the coke, soy sauce, Worchester sauce, garlic powder, kosher salt, brown sugar, and black pepper.
Step 3
Put the meat into a Ziplock bag and pour the mixture directly into the bag over the meat. Massage the meat to lightly to ensure that all the pieces get coated completely.
Step 4
Place the bag in the refrigerator and marinate the beef for at least 4 hours, but no more than 24 hours. If you marinate it too long, it can become too salty.
Step 5
When ready to bake, preheat the pellet grill to 160° to 200° use the smoke setting.
Step 6
Remove the jerky from the marinade and line a baking sheet with them. Don't dry the pieces off as the wetness gives it great glazing.
Step 7
Sprinkle the top and bottom with black pepper. (you can add as much as you want depending on how spicy you like it.)
Step 8
Place the jerky directly on the grill grates.
Step 9
Bake the jerky for 1:45 or longer until it reaches your desired texture.
Step 10
When done, remove from grill and let it cool.
Step 11
Store any uneaten beef jerky in an airtight container.