These are not jerky. They are tasty, somewhat chewy bars of meaty goodness that won't try to break your teeth, and doesn't require lengthy gnawing. They are almost as dry as many jerkies, but the meat is somehow shredded, then pressed back together. The result is a bar, with a nice mouth feel, that one can just bite into. The flavourings aren't just on the surface but go all the way through. They're a great portable non-perishable snack, or even meal, that isn't junk and tastes like real food - because it is.