Jerky Lover's Jerky - Sweet, Hot and Spicy!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper, or to taste
• 1 pound lean beef sirloin tip, sliced into 1/8 inch strips
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2/3 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 5 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste (optional)