Dry aging of meat is becoming increasingly popular, and many food enthusiasts enjoy purchasing meat, which they then dry age themselves. For the truly passionate, it’s recommended to invest in a dry aging cabinet, where the conditions for the meat are optimal in every way.
A aging cabinet is, however, a significant investment, and there are more accessible options. If you are a beginner in the discipline, or if it is something you do only occasionally, you can use dry aging bags for excellent results. The material of the bags allows moisture to evaporate through the bag while preventing air and bacteria from entering and ruining your meat.
If you enjoy smoking meat yourself, you can purchase a product that uses the same principles as the dry aging bags. These are Smoke N’ Dry Bags, which allow the moisture in the meat to escape and the smoke flavor to penetrate. These bags make it possible to pack the meat, smoke it, and then let it “hang” for aging without needing to repack it during the process. It’s ideal for making smoked tenderloin, smoked salami, or homemade bacon.
The Smoke N’ Dry Bags excel, just like the dry aging bags, as you don’t need to worry about bacterial growth and incorrect airflow during the process.
The bags protect the meat and create optimal conditions, whether you are dry aging or smoking the meat.
Meatlovers Delight sells both products. See more here.