Effects of Different Drying Methods on Quality Traits of Hanwoo Beef Jerky from Low-Valued Cuts during Storage

To determine the effects of various drying methods on the quality characteristics of beef jerky from low-valued cuts, Hanwoo beef shank muscles were either hot air-dried, shade-dried, or sun-dried. The physicochemical quality and microbiological safety of the Hanwoo beef jerky were analyzed during a storage of 25˚C.Moisture content and water activity (a(w)) of the samples decreased as the time period of storage increased, regardless of the drying condition (p