Homemade Ground Beef Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 hr
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Servings
5 pounds
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Calories
774 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Homemade Ground Beef Recipe
Description
The recipe starts with cutting chuck, brisket, and boneless short ribs into 1-inch chunks. These are chilled for about 15-20 minutes to keep the meat firm during grinding. The chilled meat is run through a meat grinder twice on a medium grind setting to create a consistent texture with well-distributed fat. This improves the flavor and mouthfeel of the ground beef compared to pre-packaged varieties.
The resulting ground beef can be formed and stored in portions for future cooking. This allows control over quality, fat content, and freshness. The process is suited to home cooks who want freshly ground ingredients for burgers, meat sauces, or other dishes.
It is recommended to keep the meat cold throughout preparation and to save short rib bones for making beef stock if desired.
The ground beef can be seasoned before use or storage depending on recipe needs.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chunk
- 2 pounds brisket flat cut
- 1 pound boneless short ribs
Instructions
- Cut the cuts of beef into 1-inch chunks and place them on a plate or into a bowl, cover them, and put them in the freezer or refrigerator to chill for 15-20 minutes.
- Run the cold cubed beef through the meat grinder using the medium size dye into another pan.
- Repeat the process entirely by chilling and then running it through the grinder with the medium dye one more time. I do this because it really distributes the fat more evenly, making the ground beef more delicious.
- Store the ground beef in 1 to several-pound chunks or 8-ounce patty portions for your next meal.
Notes
- Make the ground beef up to three days in advance, keeping it chilled and covered in the refrigerator.
- Store covered in the refrigerator up to 5 days or freeze raw or cooked for up to 6 months.
- Thaw frozen ground beef in the refrigerator for a day before cooking or reheating.
- Keep the meat cold before and during grinding to prevent fat from melting and ensure good texture.
- Save the short rib bones for making beef stock if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5pounds
Amount Per Serving
Calories 774 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 774kcal | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 101g | 202% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Cholesterol | 257mg | 86% |
| Sodium | 1077mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 1200mg | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 321IU | 6% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 8mg | 44% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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