Yes, as long as the previous finish is not lacquer or shellac. Be sure to test the selected colour on a hidden spot to see how it will look over the original finish. To prepare the surface, make sure that the finish is clean and has had all wax and polish removed. Then lightly sand with #180 or #220 sandpaper.
Then thaw meat, add seasoning and press into strips or sticks, and place on trays to dry. Depending on how thick meat is cut, how heavily dryer is loaded, and the humidity, jerky takes from 4 to 15 hours to dry.
I am making beef jerky. My dehydrator goes up to 160F. I know the safe doneness level for beef is 145, so I don't want to go over that, but most recipes say 160. I am also marinating/curing in soy sauce, ginger, worcestershire and vinegar. All of these have antimicrobial properties, and I have briefly... show more I am making beef jerky. My dehydrator goes up to 160F. I know the safe doneness level for beef is 145, so I don&#39;t want to go over that, but most recipes say 160. I am also marinating/curing in soy sauce, ginger, worcestershire and vinegar.