What is the different between biltong and beef jerky?

While biltong and beef jerky are similar in that they are both dried meats, there are three main differences between the two. read more

Biltong and beef jerky taste differently. The vinegar and spices used in the production process also add extra flavor to biltong. While beef jerky often has a dry and smoky taste, (jerky is often smoked, while biltong is never smoked) biltong offers a unique meat flavor. The thin strips of jerky also contain very little fat. read more

Jerky is meat that is cut into thin strips (usually 1/4 of an inch thick) and dehydrated to remove the moisture content. Biltong is similar in that it is a type of sliced, cured, and dehydrated meat, but it is the simple differences between it and Jerky that make the world of difference. read more

• Jerky is cooked at low temperature with smoke whereas biltong is uncooked. • Both are dehydrated, but biltong retains some moisture and is, therefore, considered more flavorful, whereas jerky is totally dry. • Biltong is much thicker than jerky and sometimes can replace whole meal. read more