Dehydrated Trout Fish Jerky

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 tbsp light brown sugar
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 pound (450g) trout fillets, cut into wide strips about 1-inch (2.5 cm) lengthwise

Instructions

1. Whisk soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar pepper and garlic together. Heat mixture over low heat; stir the mixture until sugar completely melts. Remove from heat quickly and set aside to cool at room temperature.
2. Place trout fillets in a plastic resealable bag or zip-top bag. Pour the soy mixture into the bag and squeeze air out. Coat fish strips with mixture by shaking. Place in refrigerator for 4 hours.
3. Separate trout fillet from marinade and dry with paper towels. Place fish strips on dehydrator racks without touching each other to enhance air circulation.
4. Place racks in dehydrator and dry 145-155°F (63-68°C) for 8-12 hours.