Have you ever wondered how to thaw meat quickly and without losing quality?
How to thaw meat? Defrosting meat can sometimes be time-consuming, especially when we find ourselves in the fast pace of modern life. Many people resort to faster methods such as using microwave ovens, but this process can affect the quality of the meat.
But there is a simple trick that will allow you to do it quickly and efficiently defrosting meat in just ten minutes, and with the help of the usual sugar.
Photo: envatoDefrosting meat in the microwave
It is not the most recommended, as this process can lead to uneven thawing, which affects the quality of the meat. It often happens that part of the meat in microwaves it begins to cook while the other part is still frozen, causing a loss of juiciness and flavor.
Photo: envatoHow to thaw meat - use sugar and warm water
This is a long-known trick that ensures not only rapid thawing, but also preservation of the taste and texture of the meat.
The process is simple. In warm water, a little above room temperature (about 40-45 degrees Celsius), dissolve a spoonful of ordinary sugar. Then place the piece of meat you want to thaw in the solution. It is important to first take the meat out of the bag, foil or other packaging in which it was stored.
Photo: envatoAfter ten minutes the meat is ready for further preparation.
In this procedure sugar acts as a catalyst, which speeds up the defrosting process. An additional advantage is that sugar improves the taste of the meat, while maintaining its softness and tenderness.
