Ground beef
Minced beef sold by fat ratio (e.g. 85/15). Sear undisturbed for crispy, browned edges.
Used for
- tacos
- burgers
- pasta sauces
- chili
In the kitchen
- Brown.
- Sear.
- Crumble.
- Drain fat.
Picking it at the store
- Bright red on the outside is normal; the interior may look purplish-red. That's fine.
- Avoid if the whole package is gray or has any sour smell.
- 80/20 fat ratio = more flavor and juiciness; 90/10 is leaner and will shrink less.
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