How you cook ANY type of beef will have an effect on the quality of the finished product. Grass Fed Beef is made for rare to
medium-rare cooking. Grass Fed Beef
cooks as much as 20-30% faster and at a lower temperature than grain fed
beef. There is less fat on Grass Fed Beef and it melts at a lower
temperature than grain fed beef. A little extra care in the kitchen will
ensure that you enjoy every bit of the rich flavor and natural goodness of
high-quality, Grass Fed Beef. Be sure and follow these tips to ensure the best
results when cooking your 100% All Natural Grass Fed Beef.
- Thaw your Grass Fed
Beef in the refrigerator from 12-24 hours prior to cooking. If you do not have enough time to thaw your Grass Fed Beef, place the vacuum sealed package in warm water for a few
minutes. Do not use a microwave oven to thaw as it can cause tough spots.
- Once thawed,
bring your Grass Fed Beef to room temperature before cooking.
- Reduce the
temperature of your grain fed beef recipes by 50 degrees, i.e if the recipe calls for 325 degree reduce to 275 degrees
for roasting or at the lowest heat setting in a crock pot. The cooking
time will still be the same or slightly shorter even at the lower
temperature. Again, watch your meat thermometer and don't overcook your
meat. Use moisture from sauces to add to the tenderness when cooking your
roast.
- Be sure to keep a
close eye on your steaks the first few times you cook them. Even the
tenderest cut of meat may become dry and tough if over-cooked! Do not use
a fork to turn your beef as precious juices can be lost. Be sure to use
tongs. Remember to pre-heat your grill before cooking. It is best to undercook your beef and return it to the grill for more cooking than to overcook it.
- The biggest cause
for tough Grass Fed Beef is overcooking. If you like well done beef, cook your Grass Fed Beef
at very low temperatures in a sauce to add moisture.