How To Store Ground Beef
It can be way too tempting to pick up a huge pack of discounted ground beef at the store.After being stuck with too much ground beef one too many times, I decided to personally test each method of preserving ground beef to find out what’s best.In this recipe, I outline the best methods of safely storing your ground beef so it keeps fresh for as long as possible.
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Servings: 1 person
Calories: 332kcal
Equipment
- Vacuum Sealer (optional)
- Airtight container
- Heavy Duty Freezer Bag
Ingredients
- 1 portion ground beef
Instructions
How To Store Raw Ground Beef
- You can keep the ground beef in its original packaging in the fridge. Or you can wrap the meat in plastic wrap and place it in an airtight container. The meat will go brown quicker if you open the packet. But with both options, the meat will last two days.
- To freeze ground beef, put it in a heavy-duty freezer bag. Flatten the beef with your hands and then draw lines with your fingers to portion it out. Wrap the freezer bag in aluminum foil to protect the meat against freezer burn. Place the bag in the freezer and use it within 4 months.
How To Store Cooked Ground Beef
- You can store leftover ground beef in the refrigerator or the freezer. Before you store it, drain any excess fat and leave the beef to cool. Don’t leave the ground beef cooling on the counter for longer than two hours or it can start to spoil.
- To store cooked ground beef in the refrigerator, after draining the fat and waiting for the beef to cool, place it in an airtight container where it will keep for 3-4 days. Try to use a container where there’ll be minimal room leftover as excess air can dry the meat out.
- To freeze leftover ground beef, drain any excess fat and wait for the beef to cool. Once cooled, put the beef in a heavy-duty freezer bag and squeeze all the extra air out. The beef will be good for 4 months in the freezer before the quality starts to deteriorate.
Nutrition
Serving: 100g | Calories: 332kcal