Space food has to be shelf-stable, light, and low on crumbs. Floating crumbs are more than messy in microgravity: loose particles can drift into equipment or eyes. That is why dried, compact foods have always had a place on space menus.
Jerky checks the same boxes. It needs no refrigeration, packs a lot of protein into a small bag, and does not shed crumbs when you tear it open. It is a natural fit for anyone building a mission-ready snack pouch.
If you want to start with the classic, our Old Fashioned (codename Retro Rocket) is the simplest place to begin: a straightforward beef jerky with a clean, savory finish.