Once you’ve built your biltong box, hung your meat, balanced the airflow, and cured it like a pro, how do you take the final hurdle to make delicious biltong? Today we’re taking a deep dive into how to cut biltong like a pro, using knives, manual and electric cutters and other little biltong-making tips and tricks you can use to perfect your biltong flavor experience.
Have you ever asked yourself, “Is biltong healthy?” Or are you looking for a tasty snack that won’t hurt your figure? These cured and dried meats are the perfect answer! Whether you enjoy snacking throughout the day while you work or study, biltong is a great snack that is much kinder to your health than most. Biltong is an excellent choice for a delicious, healthy snack. And here’s why!
One of the challenges for those following the keto diet for weight loss is finding delicious, nutritious snacks to support your low-carb diet. Today, we’re here with the best news of all. Biltong is completely keto-friendly! Here’s what you need to know.
It’s no secret by now that we see biltong as a versatile, protein-rich snack that everyone can enjoy. But when we say “everyone,” do we really mean everyone? Who can eat biltong without hesitation? Let’s take a closer look at children, pets, and pregnant women.
Heat vs airflow- which matters most in your biltong box? it’s a question we’re often asked. Airflow will always be the most important thing to consider in your biltong dehydrator- but the answer can get a little complex. Let’s take a look at some of the factors you need to consider.
We’re often asked if biltong is healthier than jerky. In fact, it’s probably the number one question asked about biltong vs jerky! The quick answer is yes, it is- but why? How can there be such a difference in quality between two meat snacks that seem very similar? Let’s dive a little deeper into the facts.
It’s an incredibly common question to see asked from those who don’t know much about Biltong. “Is Biltong Raw Meat?” The answer is surprisingly complicated- which is why we’re here to break it down for you today. The quick answer is that no, biltong is not raw, technically speaking, but it is classified as such for some purposes.
At Meately.com we designed a biltong box starting from an IKEA EKET cabinet. We’ll take you through all the steps in detail, so you can create one at home. We’ll go over the components and tools you need, how to prepare the components, how to put everything together and add how to add some flair to your new biltong box.
As biltong is a food item, there will always be laws on who can import and export it. These laws can also be very different from country to country. And yes, while it may surprise you to learn this, even taking a food item home as a gift or personal use counts as ‘import and export’ when we’re talking about food! While we’ve done our best to make sure this is only the very best, up-to-date information on who can import biltong and remember that excise rules can change quickly, it’s always best to have a quick word with your local area authorities.
No official estimates have been given for the annual production of biltong in South Africa. However, sources state that several large producers ship over 100 tons of biltong yearly. The total annual production is thought to be thousands of tons. In 2019, Closwa Biltong, Namibia’s largest biltong manufacturer, produced up to 1660 tonnes of product per annum. There are few countries in the world where biltong is as popular as it is in Namibia. Millions of locals and tourists enjoy it every day, and the finest brands are exported throughout Africa.
