Biltong

Biltong is South Africa’s answer to the snack aisle: whole cuts of beef, cured in vinegar and coriander, then air-dried slowly until they turn tender instead of tough. Ayoba’s biltong is made in the USA from 100% grass-fed beef using a family recipe, and air-dried for up to fourteen days.

What makes our biltong different

Biltong is not jerky. Jerky is cooked and usually sweetened; biltong is cured raw and dried with air and time. That difference is why ours comes out soft and steak-like instead of chewy, and why the ingredient list stays short: beef, vinegar, coriander, salt, pepper.

There is no added sugar, no nitrates, no MSG, no artificial smoke and no fillers. Our biltong is Paleo and Keto Certified and Whole30 Approved.

We sell it three ways. Tender beef slices are thin-cut and ready to eat straight from the bag. Whole slabs ship uncut in 8 oz pieces so you control the thickness and the moisture when you slice at home, which is the closest thing to buying from a butchery counter. And Spicy Biltong carries the same cure with a chilli finish.

Frequently asked questions.

What is biltong made of?

Beef, vinegar, coriander, salt and pepper. That is the whole recipe, and we use 100% grass-fed beef.

Is biltong healthy?

It is high in protein with no added sugar. A serving is mostly protein and salt.

What is the difference between biltong and jerky?

Jerky is cooked, often smoked, and typically sweetened. Biltong is cured raw in vinegar and spice and then air-dried. Biltong is tender; jerky is chewy.

Should I buy slices or a whole slab?

Slices are ready to eat and easier to share. A whole slab stays fresher longer and lets you cut it as wet or as dry as you like.

How long does biltong last?

Sealed, several months. Once opened, keep it dry and eat it within a week or two.

Do you ship nationwide?

Yes, across the United States.