Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
Knowing how to preserve meat with no refrigeration is an essential survival skill. For thousands of years, meat has been dried in the open air in aired parts of the world. In this video we'll take a look at how to make biltong, an air-dried meat which originated in South Africa's dry climate. The biltong recipe is simple: a vinegar wash and a liberal coating of salt, black pepper, and coriander. Let brine overnight then simply hang the meat out where it'll get good airflow. After a few days you've got a tasty, cured meat snack, kind of like steak on the go. Shelf stable foods are an important consideration for your pantry or for wilderness trips. The shelf life of Biltong depends on its moisture content and the conditions in which it's stored.
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Knowing how to preserve meat with no refrigeration is an essential survival skill. For thousands of years, meat has been dried in the open air in aired parts of the world. In this video we'll take a look at how to make biltong, an air-dried meat which originated in South Africa's dry climate. The biltong recipe is simple: a vinegar wash and a liberal coating of salt, black pepper, and coriander. Let brine overnight then simply hang the meat out where it'll get good airflow. After a few days you've got a tasty, cured meat snack, kind of like steak on the go. Shelf stable foods are an important consideration for your pantry or for wilderness trips. The shelf life of Biltong depends on its moisture content and the conditions in which it's stored.
The folks below are a HUGE part of what makes these videos possible! Please show'em some love! If you use the links below they'll know where ya came from!
Montana Knife Co. - alnk.to/hDswDFv
Kifaru Backpacks & Gear (been using these packs for 5 years) - alnk.to/881gcQI
I've got my archery supplies from these guys for decades! - 3riversarchery.com
I've carried Vortex binos for over 10 years! - vortexoptics.com
Been wearing FirstLite since 2009! - firstlite.pxf.io/gOQQdg
Camera Gear - amzn.to/47HZFrz
Other random gear I frequently use - amzn.to/3u6H0If
Surviving Alone by Clay Hayes - amzn.to/3Qqou3l
You can also connect with me on my other media outlets!
Website: twistedstave.com
Facebook: facebook.com/clayhayeshunter
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