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Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 2 Jan 2023, 4:22pm
by iandriver
I've got a new tabletop multi function oven/ air fryer (Ninja Foodi). It has a dehydrate function. I've tried some dried apple, which was good, but I'd like to expend this to fruit jerkey (seems to be called fruit leather in the US). Great for transporting on the bike and I find fruit great for getting rid of the salt taste after swimming in the sea.
Anyone got any positive experiences of this?
I'm particularly interested in the temperatures you use and drying times.
Re: Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 2 Jan 2023, 4:55pm
by Sweep
iandriver wrote: ↑2 Jan 2023, 4:22pm
I've got a new tabletop multi function oven/ air fryer (Ninja Foodi). It has a dehydrate function. I've tried some dried apple, which was good, but I'd like to expend this to fruit jerkey (seems to be called fruit leather in the US). Great for transporting on the bike and I find fruit great for getting rid of the salt taste after swimming in the sea.
Anyone got any positive experiences of this?
I'm particularly interested in the temperatures you use and drying times.
can't help but my understanding is that in these high energy price times it's not really worth it,
Re: Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 2 Jan 2023, 5:20pm
by PedallingSquares
Everyone I know with the Ninja/dehydrate uses it for cooking Beef joints very slowly.
Until today I had never heard of fruit jerky!
Re: Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 2 Jan 2023, 5:24pm
by iandriver
PedallingSquares wrote: ↑2 Jan 2023, 5:20pm
Everyone I know with the Ninja/dehydrate uses it for cooking Beef joints very slowly.
Until today I had never heard of fruit jerky!
It's super good stuff
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bbcgoo ... eather/amp
Worth taking the time to perfect. I can use my home grown apples and know nothing but fruit goes in it. I just need to perfect the method.
Re: Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 2 Jan 2023, 5:28pm
by Tangled Metal
Meatjerky and Biltong might be a nicer option if it'll do it. Beef jerky is a bit pricey I think.
Re: Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 2 Jan 2023, 9:38pm
by axel_knutt
PedallingSquares wrote: ↑2 Jan 2023, 5:20pmUntil today I had never heard of fruit jerky!
Jerky is meat specifically, says the OED, especially beef.
Re: Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 2 Jan 2023, 11:53pm
by PedallingSquares
axel_knutt wrote: ↑2 Jan 2023, 9:38pm
PedallingSquares wrote: ↑2 Jan 2023, 5:20pmUntil today I had never heard of fruit jerky!
Jerky is meat specifically, says the OED, especially beef.
That's my thoughts!
Isn't this just 'dried fruit'?
Re: Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 4 Feb 2023, 6:20pm
by mumbojumbo
You cant beat a homemade jerky-its big in Texas.
Re: Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 4 Feb 2023, 6:47pm
by axel_knutt
PedallingSquares wrote: ↑2 Jan 2023, 11:53pm
axel_knutt wrote: ↑2 Jan 2023, 9:38pm
PedallingSquares wrote: ↑2 Jan 2023, 5:20pmUntil today I had never heard of fruit jerky!
Jerky is meat specifically, says the OED, especially beef.
That's my thoughts!
Isn't this just 'dried fruit'?
It must be vegetarian jerky.
Re: Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 5 Feb 2023, 1:09pm
by mumbojumbo
Yes,it must be vegetarian fruit.
Re: Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 6 Feb 2023, 10:52am
by iandriver
As you puree the fruit, you can make all sorts of combinations or add spices and it's a great way to use your own produce. It locks in all the goodness also. Have a google
https://www.google.com/search?q=fruit+l ... =969&dpr=1
Great for taking to the beach after a swim in the sea or munching on the bike. It's great stuff.
Re: Homemade fruit jerkey
Posted: 6 Feb 2023, 12:08pm
by simonineaston
I know I shouldn't be surprised, but I learn that "fruit leather dehydrators and matching trays" are actually a thing... !
https://www.amazon.co.uk/VonShef-Tier-F ... 05&sr=8-12