Beef jerky can be made at home using a dehydrator or an oven at a low temperature. Typically, recipes call for beef, salt and spices or marinades like teriyaki sauce. One thing to consider when making beef jerky is food safety. Since jerky is dried at a low heat, it is recommended to heat your beef jerky meat to an internal temperature of 165 Fahrenheit before dehydrating it to kill any potential bacteria.