Sweet & Spicy Jerky

Directions

1. 1
   Dry the Meat: In a saucepan, boil the coffee, Coca-Cola and star anise until reduced by half, 10 minutes; pour into a large bowl and let cool to room temperature, stirring often.
2. 2
   Add the soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice and sambal oelek and stir well.
3. 3
   Dry the Meat: Cut the meat into 1/4-inch-thick slices, either with or against the grain.
4. 4
   Dry the Meat: Add the beef to the marinade, a few slices at a time, stirring well to coat each slice with the marinade.
5. 5
   Cover and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours.
6. 6
   Dry the Meat: Preheat the oven to 200.
7. 7
   Set a large wire rack on each of 3 large rimmed baking sheets.
8. 8
   Remove the beef from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
9. 9
   Arrange the beef on the racks, leaving 1/4 inch between slices.
10. 10
    Bake for about 4 hours, until the jerky is firm and almost completely dry, but still chewy.
11. 11
    Let cool completely on the racks before serving.