Wagyu cows have a distinct taste because specialty breeders rear them on a special diet under strict guidelines. Raising wagyu cattle can cost as much as ten times the cost of raising typical beef. Grill chefs like me pay particular attention to how animals are reared as it affects the meat quality. The rearing process […]
Raw and cooked ground beef should be kept out for no more than two hours at room temperature. If it’s really hot (above 90°F), you should only leave the ground beef out for an hour. As a professional chef, I have been thoroughly trained in food safety, so I can answer all your questions about […]
From buttered noodles and garlic bread to Russian salad and pierogi, there are lots of side dishes options to choose from. As a professional chef, I have spent quite a bit of time planning out meals. So, I have an excellent grasp of what side dishes go best with all kinds of main dishes. In […]
Beef stew is a classic, especially in winter when it’s cold. My grandmother had a secret beef stew recipe, and she was kind enough to pass it on to me. At culinary school, I also learned to add more variation to my beef stew game. I love doing it when there are many of us […]
I recently made velveted beef for my Thai green curry recipe. And guess what? It was a hit! The meat was so tender, silky, and smooth. So, I thought it would be great if I could share this hack with you. I’m a fan of Chinese stir-fry dishes and brisket cooking. I have been velveting […]
Experience has shown me that the surest way of buying good-quality meat in the US is to watch out for the beef quality assurance certification labels. This has been my little secret to sourcing quality beef since my days in culinary school. Among the most common certification labels for beef in the US are the […]
It can take between 12 to 48 hours for beef to be completely digested. There have been times when eating meat hasn’t always worked out for me. I have experienced discomfort, fullness, and other issues. This led me to do some research on the process of digesting beef. In this post, I will tackle and […]
I learned to make dried beef from my grandmother. It was a popular method of preserving beef when refrigerators weren’t quite so reliable. I have also put my own, modern spin on things. In this post, I will show you how to make dried beef, complete with important pointers. I will also offer up some […]
The rising cost of beef jerky, along with the unhealthy ingredients in it prompted me to create my own beef jerky recipe. It took some trial and error but I have finally found the Holy Grail. In this post, I will show you how to make the best beef jerky – I will also provide […]
When well-seasoned and baked at a low temperature, beef ribs are tender and juicy. The flavor of the marinade and the barbecue sauce stand out in every bite. When we were young, my siblings and I never failed to make beef ribs at every family gathering. To tell the truth, we almost always varied the […]