Halibut Jerky

Ingredients

• 1 cup thinly sliced onion rings
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon jalapeno pepper, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger root
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound (450g) halibut strips

Instructions

1. Combine all the ingredients together in a container except meat strips; allow to sit for 15 minutes so flavors can blend well.
2. Add the meat strips and marinate at 1 hour. Cover the container and refrigerate to marinate for at least 1 hour.
3. Separate meat strips from marinate and dehydrate at 145°F (63°C) to 155°F (68°C) for 12 hours or until completely dry. Store in glass a container and keep in cool and dry place.