The Bite:
We put 'em to the taste-test, and selected some clear champions. Fake jerky (made from soy) isn't usually associated with the word mouthwatering, but we found a few real winners.
What's the greatest faux jerky of them all?
09.12.2007
Submitted by tmeronek on Wed, 09/12/2007 - 12:01am.
The Benefits:
- Winning tastes. We tried 'em and liked 'em...well, some of 'em.
- Less energy waste. Curing fake jerky takes much less dehydration time (read: energy) than meat. If we Americans reduce our meat consumption by just 10%, we'll free up enough grain to feed 60 mil people each year.
- Like a patch for smokers, this stuff makes the transition to vegetarianism easier for meat-eaters.
Personally Speaking:
Jerky-obsessed Toshio ordered a 10 lb bulk bag of vegan jerky (that didn't make our list) when he was in college. After a couple of months, he had to dispose of it when dorm mates complained about the stench.
Wanna Try:
- Vegan Dream Hickory Pepper Jerky - just a little peppery, it's jerky's answer to fruit leather ($14/6-pack).
- Cactus Jerky - sweet-and-tangy teriyaki goodness - on dried cactus ($4).
- Tofurky Peppered Jurky - slightly sweet tofurky marinated with ingredients like GMO-free soy sauce ($3).
Cocktail Fact
Yes, for real: A pair of Brief Jerky underpants (made from beef, but not recommended for consumption) will put you back $139.
Bang For The Bite
We won't jerk any jerky-lovers' chains by claiming that these taste like the real thing, but fake jerky is better for the earth and surprisingly tasty.
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