I developed an easy to use biltong machine that anyone can make for less than $20 (US). Thought I should share it with you,

Take a simple "Rubbermaid" (hard rubber) rubbish bin (here we call it a garbage bin!!) about 60cm high that comes with a tight fitting lid. Cut two large holes on opposite sides near the bottom (about 15cm square). Cover with gauze and secure with duct tape. On the cover make another large hole, cover with gauze. Attach a bathroom extract fan over the hole on the cover and strap on with more duct tape. Two hanging rods or dowels drilled throught the side near the top and hey presto - one biltong machine.

Oh, my recipe is

3 parts of freshly crushed coriander to one of salt.

Pepper to taste (I don't use any).

Add enough white vinegar to make a runny paste then add some Worchester sauce for flavour.

Rub into meat and lay in flat container to marinate in the refrigerator for 24 hours, massaging and turning every 6 hours.

Contributed by Solly Menashe E-Mail : menashe@goodnet.com