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Wild caught salmon, such as salmon from the managed fisheries of Alaska, is one of the proteins that just about everyone can agree is healthy: doctors, Paleo/Primal and clean eating advocates and even environmentalists concerned with the sustainability of the oceans. At the same time the array of types of Jerky’s on the market has exploded over the last several years. One of these types of jerky quickly gaining popularity is made from salmon, as one solution to making the healthiest jerky possible. Luckily this trend has started to include companies focusing their efforts on offering healthy, gluten free and Paleo salmon jerky offerings without all the refined sugars and other junk in traditional convenience store Jerkies.
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Paleo Salmon Jerky
Epic Salmon Maple Coconut Oil Bites
Epic Salmon Jerky Bites Ingredients: Wild Caught Salmon, Maple Sugar, Coconut Oil, Sea Salt, Dill, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder
Company Description
“Our 100% Wild Caught Salmon is sourced from family owned fishermen based in the famous Bristol Bay Region of Alaska. Our wild caught salmon enjoy nutritious diets high in ocean plankton and enjoy open range swimming that is consistent with how the species has evolved. As a reliable supply of nutritious protein and fat, salmon has long been at the heart of the culture and livelihood of our coastal dwelling ancestors. To compliment the amazing flavor of Alaskan Salmon, we mix this nourishing cold water fish with maple, coconut oil, and a hint of dill.”
Where to Buy Epic Salmon Jerky Bites: Amazon
Additional Info: https://epicbar.com/bites-detail/36
Epic Salmon Jerky Bites Reviews:
https://www.amazon.com/Epic-Jerky-Caught-Alaskan-Salmon/product-reviews/B01D157TWC
https://naturebox.com/product/epic-salmon-bites
http://therealfoodrds.com/11-paleo-friendly-foods-we-love/
http://glutenfreebostonandbeyond.com/epic-provisions-wild-game-meat-bars/
Epic Facebook Reviews/User Posts: https://www.facebook.com/epicbar/posts_to_page/
Wild Merman Salmon Jerky
Company Description:
“we find ourselves in Washington, closer to the source of one of the most nourishing, sustainable and protein dense foods out there…Wild Salmon. So with the help of Kickstarter, we launched the first wild-caught Paleo friendly salmon jerky.”
Wild Merman Salmon Jerky Ingredients:
Sweet Maple Flavor: Wild Keta Salmon, Organic Apple Juice Concentrate, Organic Maple Sugar, Sea Salt.
Chipotle Molasses Flavor: Wild Salmon, Honey, Organic Blackstrap Molasses***, Organic Chipotle Pepper, Sea Salt (*** may not be considered strict Paleo by many)
Where to Buy Merman Salmon Jerky:
Additional Info:
Wild Merman Salmon Jerky Reviews:
https://www.amazon.com/Wild-Merman-Salmon-Jerky-Ingredients/product-reviews/
Paleo Salmon Jerky made with No Sugar (refined or unrefined)
Fish Brothers Smoked Salmon Jerky All Wild Caught
Company Description:
“Wild, all natural smoked Salmon Jerky requires no refrigeration and has a 90 day shelf life.”
Fish Brothers Smoked Salmon Jerky Ingredients:
Wild Alaskan Salmon, salt, spices and natural hickory smoke
Where to Buy Fish Brothers Smoked Salmon Jerky:
http://fishbrothers.com/www.fishbrothers.com/Home.html
Fish Brothers Smoked Salmon Jerky Reviews:
http://www.bestbeefjerky.org/2009/04/fish-brothers-smoked-salmon-jerky.html
Wild Salmon Jerky (Primal/Less Strict Options)
Jerky.com Original All Natural Salmon Jerky (also sugar free)
Company Description:
“We take wild caught Alaskan salmon, hand slice it then smoke it and air dry it for up to 14 days until its just right. The result? The most traditional, highest quality salmon jerky we could make.”
Jerky.com Original Salmon Jerky Ingredients:
Wild Alaska Salmon, Sea Salt, Non Fat Powdered Milk, Natural Birch Wood Smoke
Where to buy Jerky.com Original Salmon Jerky:
From Amazon or (jerky.com)
Jerky.com Original Salmon Jerky Reviews:
https://www.amazon.com/Original-Natural-Caught-Fresh-Salmon/product-reviews/
http://www.jerky.com/products/all-natural-salmon-jerky#ProductReviews
Jerky.com Original Salmon Jerky Facebook Reviews/User Posts: https://www.facebook.com/jerky/posts_to_page/
Jerky.com Original Salmon Jerky Yelp Reviews: https://www.yelp.com/biz/jerky-com-midtown-okc-oklahoma-city-3
Alaskan Salmon Jerky
Alaska’s Best Wild King Salmon Jerky
Company Description
“Alaska’s Best smoked salmon jerky is made from wild salmon from icy fresh Pacific waters. Each salmon is hand filleted, carefully seasoned and slow smoked over cherry and alder wood for over 24 hours.”
Alaska’s Best Wild King Salmon Jerky Ingredients: Wild salmon, salt, brown sugar, corn syrup solids, natural flavoring, spices, garlic powder
Where to Buy Alaska’s Best Jerky: Amazon
Additional Info: http://www.alaskasbestsalmonjerky.com/jerky/
Alaska’s Best Wild King Salmon Jerky Reviews:
https://www.amazon.com/Alaskas-Best-Original-Salmon-Jerky/dp/B00KZ3WD6G#customerReviews
http://www.bestbeefjerky.org/2008/11/alaskas-best-salmon-jerky-regular.html
https://chomposaurus.wordpress.com/2008/10/01/review-alaskas-best-king-salmon-jerky/
Alaska’s Best Wild King Salmon Jerky Yelp Reviews: https://www.yelp.com/biz/trappers-creek-smoking-anchorage
Trader Joe’s Salmon Jerky
Trader Joe’s Wild King Salmon Jerky
Company Description
“The salmon is kippered (rubbed with salt, brown sugar, and spices) and dried for 24 hours in the smoke house. The result is a Salmon Jerky that’s significantly more moist than many jerkys, and intensely meaty and flavorful.”
Trader Joe’s Wild King Salmon Jerky Ingredients: Sliced dried salmon brined in brown sugar, molasses, sea salt and maple syrup
Where to Buy Trader Joe’s Wild King Salmon Jerky: Amazon and in-store
Additional Info (Salmon Jerky Trader Joe’s): https://www.traderjoes.com/fearless-flyer/article/2487
Trader Joe’s Wild King Salmon Jerky Reviews:
https://www.amazon.com/Trader-Joes-Wild-Salmon-Jerky/#customerReviews
http://www.whatsgoodattraderjoes.com/2015/09/trader-joes-wild-king-salmon-jerky.html
https://eatingatjoes.com/2015/08/13/trader-joes-wild-king-salmon-jerky/
http://www.blogher.com/trader-joes-wild-salmon-jerky
http://exploringtraderjoes.blogspot.com/2015/08/trader-joes-wild-king-salmon-jerky.html
Salmon Jerky Whole Foods
Whole Foods Whole Catch Salmon Jerky
Company Description
“A unique take on a classic snack, our Salmon Jerky is made from wild caught salmon expertly filleted and then dehydrated leaving a rich salmon flavor and meaty texture. An excellent source of protein. It’s perfect for hikes, lunches and in between meal snacks.”
Original Whole Catch Salmon Jerky Ingredients: Keta Salmon, Brown Sugar, Sea Salt, Caramel Color, Natural Smoke Flavor
Where to Buy Whole Foods Whole Catch Salmon Jerky: Amazon
Whole Foods Whole Catch Salmon Jerky Reviews:
https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Catch-Salmon-Jerky-Original/dp/B014NK2VF4#customerReviews
Salmon Jerky for Dogs
Note: I have decided to remove this section of the article, due to so many horror stories about all types of Jerky treats causing health issues for pets (dogs and cats). Although Trader Joe’s and Fruitables both have Salmon Jerky treats that I considered including in the article, as they do not contain sugars or additives, it made me uncomfortable to cover dog treat Jerky’s due to the health concerns over the last several years: http://www.petful.com/pet-health/jerky-treat-recalls-2013/
The Search for the Best Salmon Jerky or Dried Salmon Brands
In this article we’ve attempted to list a number of great options for those looking for Paleo friendly salmon jerky, salmon jerky brands with no refined sugars and wild salmon Jerky that are made from sustainable and specifically Alaskan salmon.
If you know of other great options for jerky, dehydrated salmon and sun dried salmon products that we missed, please let us know in the comments below. We are always attempting to highlight the best options for those on these specialty diets, like these preserved salmon products, in our articles.
If you are looking for other types of Paleo friendly jerky, we’ve written a couple of other articles about Paleo tuna jerky, Paleo beef jerky and other sugar free, gluten free, grain free products you might be interested in as well.