The 6 Best Ways To Eat Detroit Jerky

Eating Detroit Jerky isn’t necessarily that complicated. But you never know…. like, we spend a lot of time talking about Detroit Jerky and, well…eating it. And there are 6 best ways to do this.

Sometimes in talking to customers we’ll make a suggestion and they’ll get excited if it’s one they hadn’t thought of, and sometimes just going over the basics can make for a little inspiration so we thought we would help you out. How many ways are there to eat Detroit Jerky? Are these really the 6 best ways? We think so. Keep in mind if you have other ways than these 6 we want to know and then we can write a follow up. So, without further adieu:

The 6 Best Ways To Eat Detroit Jerky

1. Right out of the bag.

Okay yes, this should be obvious right? But this comes with potential danger just like eating anything straight from the package – it’s too easy to polish off the whole bag because it’s that good. But the good news is that while each 3 oz bag contains “3 servings”, the flavors range from 60 to 90 calories per serving so the maximum amount of calories in a whole bag would be 270 for a bag of Michigan Cherry Bomb – still not that much! We would say this is the most traditional and instantly satisfying way to eat Detroit Jerky. Rip open bag, eat.

2. On a hike.

To be clear, this still falls into the “right out of the bag” category but there’s a little time involved. You’ll still rip open the bag and eat, but you’ll do it when you’re out on a trail taking in some nature, getting some exercise and cleansing your soul a little. Anything you read about snacks for long hikes will mention salty and protein. Detroit Jerky has both, and you can grab and go – throw a bag or two in your backpack and you’re good! Protein gives you the energy you need and the sodium will regulate your hydration levels and help keep you from cramping. Make sure you stay hydrated!

3. As a salad topper.

This one is big. It’s one that so many people get excited about because they might not have thought about it, and for vegans and plant based eaters there aren’t a TON of slam dunk options for protein on a salad, especially if you’re carrying out from a restaurant. Too many restaurants only have “vegan options” that consist of salad-without-the-cheese-and-without-whatever-MEAT-they’ve-put-on-top. Okay that’s not a “vegan option.” But you throw a little Detroit Jerky on top? Game. Changed. Want proof? Look at this photo from Down To Earth Organic & Natural Kahului in Hawaii. You think this is a coincidence? They know what they’re doing displaying the Detroit Jerky right above the salad bar and we didn’t even suggest that. Genius really.

Salad on bottom. Detroit Jerky on top!

4. In a pasta

Oh yeahhhhh…. Throw some Buffalo Burn in a mac n’ cheeseless? Voila!!! Talk about kicking it up a notch – YUM. Throw some Sweet Mesquite in an Alfredo or some Hickory Cracked Pepper in a Rasta pasta? Oh my. So many options. Send us your creations – we might share them!

5. In a stir fry

A customer told us they use the Ginger Teriyaki in their stir fry – of course!!! That’s a no-brainer.

6. On a pizza.

YES. As a matter of fact as I’m writing this we are on the precipice of a full circle moment for us as we launch a collab with Pie-Sci in Detroit and Oak Park! Pie-Sci is one of the best pizza places. Period. I almost said “in Detroit” but that wouldn’t do it justice. They will be serving a weekly special pizza starting Monday, August 5th at BOTH Metro Detroit locations with Michigan Cherry Bomb Detroit Jerky as a topping! More to come on this including the reveal of this new creation and its name!

So there they are. The 6 best ways to eat Detroit Jerky. Make sure you do ALL 6 (and then report back).