level 1. I do not drain my ground beef, for the same reasons as you, it takes away flavour. Click here to check them out. If a recipe specifically asks that I do, I drain it off into a separate bowl, remove the fat drippings and save the broth for gravies or soups. Thanks for sharing it, and please don’t worry if your tips are too easy, there are lots of us who will use them!! My other Pressure Cooker Recipes If using ground meat, choose one with a higher fat content. Quick Chili in an 8 Quart Pressure Cooker, Pressure Cooker Quick Chili (with Canned Beans). It’s item # K-45776 Set of 2 Grease Strainers with Bowls and Lids. Don’t worry, the fat will eventually melt and then you can either pour out the excess fat or enough of it might just evaporate through cooking (meaning the water/steam that escapes carries with it little particulates of fat). Want to contribute directly? Do not know of a champion chili maker who strains/drains the meat…….. Though not necessary, some individuals prefer to wash their ground beef with water before cooking. I used to find that some beef seemed to have more broth/ water than others and that it would water down my sauce but not so much any more. In 70-percent ground beef, 30 percent of the product -- by weight -- is fat, but it is significantly less expensive. I’ll stop ranting, and ask a question: So, it’s time for a survey. Of course, you can boil any kind of ground meat, not just beef. You're not supposed to put it in the sink, right? That said, when I've had to use fattier beef--which some people like but I don't--I have been known to render it out and drain most of it off, then go back and season the meat. Maybe I could understand draining that. You can use any pot with walls that are at least 4–6 in (10–15 cm) tall. WHY!?!?!?!? Required fields are marked *. It'll also stick to your pasta much better, creating a much more enjoyable — and tasty — dining experience for everyone. What's the best method for draining off ground beef grease and disposing of it? However, about 10 years ago I started buying mostly the 90% ground beef, and decided to stop draining. This. Pressure Cooker Cincinnati Chili After cooking. 1 can vegetables, drained 1 can cream soup cheese (sliced, shredded, etc.) I used to drain it, but I haven’t in years. By getting rid of the excess fat after cooking, you ensure that your finished meal has the best texture and flavor (plus it's a little healthier). Probably worth a little consideration for the future, but a lot of times that extra fat isn’t really desired, even at the expense of some flavor. How do you drain ground beef? You can try to drain some of it off with a spoon or paper towel. I usually use 85-15 from Costco. Simply cook the meat until done, pour into a colander in the sink, and rinse with hot water. ground beef, browned, drained. Speaking of flavor, I’m not just draining fat. Blatant sarcasm, BTW. 6 years ago. It damages red blood cells, platelets and small blood vessels that can lead to acute kidney failure ( 4 ). If everyone jumped off a bridge, would you jump too? —S.N., Mahtomedi, Minnesota I buy the leaner meat, and there isn’t usually enough fat to bother with. Use a meat thermometer to check internal meat temperatures, and check this Meat Temperature Guide for more information about the best temperatures for all types of meat. Why?? Then unplugged the drain and washed it through. Rinsing Browned Ground Beef I drain and rinse ground beef after cooking to eliminate some fat and calories, but I'm not sure how much is rinsed away. When you get your ground beef home, store it immediately in the fridge that is below 40 degrees. Reader Margaret told me this: "I boiled approximately 1.5 pounds of 80% lean ground chuck and got 4 cups of beef crumbles. Once the grease cools a bit we then pour it into an old can and discard in the garbage can. Yes or no. You have plain ground beef. Or 85% lean ground round (my favorite for chili), or ultra-lean 90% to 92% ground sirloin? Learn how your comment data is processed. If you pour grease down the drain, you want to take action immediately. That's harder to do without getting the meat overcooked and dry, however. Enjoyed this post? Look up that item number on QVC and watch the video. I never thought to just buy leaner ground beef. If you want one, this is your last chance! Q&A with a Commenter on my Quick Chili in an 8 Quart Pressure Cooker video: COMMENTER: I’m surprised you don’t drain your ground beef. Use it the same day, or freeze it for a later day, up to 3-4 months. Put 1-3 pounds (454-1360 g) of ground beef into a large pot. Pressure Cooker Frito Pie If it’s something I don’t want the extra fat in like say tacos, I just buy leaner beef. Ground beef is the most perishable item in the meat case, and thus has the shortest shelf life. Do I drain my ground beef? This is a much easier system, and I will use it. The washing can remove excess blood that seeps out of the beef naturally. Potato Topped Hotdish 1 lb. Sorry. DON'T DO IT!!! Everyone does it. But I want that fat in the recipe – fat is flavor. The best way to introduce bacon to your beef stew is to cube it up and then render it slowly in your pot, then add your carrots, onions, and celery, and sauté them for a bit before adding them. Yep, I do. Sure, it may get rid of some of the fat. Hi, I’m with you. Please let me know in the comments. Season to taste. I just bought what is going to be a handy tool from QVC. So I drain the fat (and the juices!). Subscribe to DadCooksDinner via eMail and share this post with your friends. I do not drain ground beef. Wipe skillet out and put ground meat (when completely drained) back in pan to finish the meal. If an unsafe product is identified, a recall is issued as an example of the U.S. food safety system working to remove the product from commerce. Today is the last day to order the DadCooksDinner limited edition t-shirt. Donate to my Tip Jar, or buy something from Amazon.com through the links on this site. Here is how we do it in our house – it takes a pan and a colander. I do drain browned ground beef, but always did it over a small bowl, and then had to figure out what to do with that – usually emptied into a can and thrown in the garbage. Hi! Ground beef is a staple in many dishes including chili, tacos and meatloaf. I don't re-use fat, so I don't want to keep it around for anything. On occasion, there are recalls on ground beef. If I’m using very fatty ground pork as well though I will occasionally. So I believe 3/4 lb would yield 2 cups of beef crumbles." Thank you. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Of course we use 96/4 beef so there is very little fat to drain. Bland food is the wurst! “Ground Beef” is usually 70% lean, 30% fat. Is 80% lean beef (drained and rinsed) as lean as 95% lean beef? The last time I accidentally dropped grease in the drain I plugged the drain with the drain plug, and filled the sink with hot and very soapy water. Duh. To drain the grease from ground beef, you’ll have to brown the meat first to extract the fat from it. Flour. Draining ground beef is an important step in a lot of recipes. I had never heard of such a thing. I used to find that some beef seemed to have more broth/ water than others and that it would water down my sauce but not so much any more. Orders close tonight, Thursday, September 29th at 11PM EST. Thoroughly drain the water and blot dry with paper towels. So fat does carry flavors from the food. . That’s what a Best Food Facts reader asked, so we reached out to Dr. Julie Garden-Robinson , PhD, RD, from North Dakota State University to answer their question. Thank you, Margaret.) If you don't season ground beef, nothing happens. If it’s 90-10, for example, I wouldn’t drain it. Nope – not a drainer. Remove the packaging from your ground beef, and place all of the meat in the middle of the pot. For a less greasy mouth feel, I’ll add a little masa to my taco meat. If you've got a little extra flour that's spilled out on the counter while you're baking, it … I usually use 80/20 ground chuck. Pouring hot grease down the drain can clog your pipes, so … Ground Beef Cooking Tips . My mom was a drainer, and that’s what I learned. Reply I can see the point of your argument, though. Add vegetables in a layer along with the rest of the ingredients putting the mashed potatoes on top. If you cook a pound of 80 % lean ground beef and drain the grease, does that mean you basically have the expensive 90% lean ground beef without the added cost? I render down extra fat trimmed off pork or beef (brisket etc) to use when frying. And once you've made your sauce, don't think you can pour the rest of the water down the drain, either. I do not drain my ground beef. If you are using cooked crumbled ground beef in a sauce or casserole, you can reduce the fat content by rinsing it after browning and before adding to your recipe. I agree that it is foolish to pour away the flavor. DEAR PEGGY: If I cook 85/15 lean ground turkey, and drain and rinse it, does it reduce the fat content? However, this step can be a pain. A 3-ounce serving of 70-percent ground beef has 230 calories. I usually drain some of the fat, leave some. DadCooksDinner: What? Then, you can spoon the grease out of the pan or use a colander to drain the grease. I don't know if it helped or not, but I felt like a wizard for thinking of it. Your email address will not be published. We get grass fed beef, and there’s lots of good stuff in the fat! Your email address will not be published. So, I won’t drain it for a while and see how it goes.
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