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How to Cook Ground Beef (How to Brown Ground Beef)
Crispy and juicy ground beef every time using our technique for browning ground beef.
Cook Time
mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 297 kcal
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 pound 80/20 ground beef
- 1-2 teaspoons vegetable oil , optional
Instructions
- Allow the meat to sit at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes. If there is any surface moisture, blot with a paper towel.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet or stainless steel pan over medium-high heat. If using stainless or a less seasoned cast iron, add 1 teaspoon of a neutral oil with high smoke point.
- Once the pan is hot, add the meat, and allow the brick to sit there for 4-5 minutes or until the edges are browned and crispy when you lift it up to take a peek. Do not move or touch it.
- Flip it and do the same on the other side. Break it into 4 pieces and start to crumble, allowing each crumble to get maximum contact with the hot pan.
- When beef is fully browned, add seasoning or salt, and add to your favorite recipe.
- If you've tried this technique, please come back to let us know how it was in the comments or ratings!
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Nutrition Information
Calories
297kcal
(15%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
81mg
(27%)
Sodium
76mg
(3%)
Potassium
306mg
(9%)
Calcium
20mg
(2%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 297
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 297kcal | 15% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 76mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 306mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.