How To Properly Marinate Beef
How To Properly Marinate Beef
While some may argue that marinating beef is a way to ruin an already good thing, there are actually a few different reasons for soaking your beef in marinade. The most common reason is to add flavor and increase the tenderness of tougher cuts of beef. In today’s blog, we are going to discuss how to properly marinate beef. When marinating to tenderize, you will want to start with a tougher cut of meat that has little fat content. Some common cuts of beef for marinating are sirloin, skirt, round, and flank. Now that you have chosen the cut of beef you are marinating, it is time to defrost the meat (if frozen). A common mistake that people make is rushing the defrost process. Seal the beef and place in the refrigerator. Marinated beef is something you have to plan ahead for. You will want to make sure that the beef is completely defrosted at least 12 hours before you are planning to cook it. When you are working with thick, low fat content beef cuts, you will want to take a knife and cut small slits into the surface of both sides of the meat. You can also do this by stabbing the beef with a fork, which may be easier with some cuts of meat that are not as tough. This will allow the marinade to spread throughout the meat to soften and flavor into the middle as well. Once done, place the beef in a plastic bag and set aside. This is where creativity comes into play. Recipes for marinades are endless and easily customizable to your liking. There are a few key ingredients that you must incorporate to create an effective marinade. Now that you have your marinade mixed, pour it into the plastic bag with the beef. Massage the bag and meat with your hands to ensure that the beef is entirely coated with the marinade. Place in the refrigerator for two to 24 hours depending on the strength and acidity of your marinade. Remove your marinated beef from the fridge and let it come to room temperature. Discard the excess marinade. Be sure to cook the meat immediately. Using your desired method, cook the beef to the appropriate temperature. While marinade can add delicious flavors and tenderize tough cuts of beef, the quality of beef you use does make a difference. Keller Crafted Meats provides you with high-quality, pasture-raised beef that is sent straight to your home. Order a specific cut or sign up for a meat club subscription box like the Lost Coast Pasture Raised Grass Finished Beef to enjoy fresh beef year round for your marinating adventures. Contact us today if you have any questions or to learn more about our beef!The Beef Marination Process
#1 Choosing Your Meat
#2 Defrosting Your Meat
#3 Cutting Your Meat
#4 Making Your Marinade
#5 Marinating Your Meat
#6 Cooking Your Marinated Meat
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