How to Boil Ground Beef
Boiling ground beef is a quick and easy way to prep for a variety of meals. Not only is it healthy, but this cooking method allows the seasonings to absorb into the meat for a delicious flavor.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of ground beef or ground chuck
- 3 cloves of garlic minced
- Salt & pepper to taste about 1 teaspoon each
Instructions
- Place the ground beef into the dutch oven and break it into small pieces with a wooden spatula.
- Carefully pour water over the meat until it's completely submerged.
- Add the garlic, then place on the stove over high heat until it comes to a boil.
- Once it is at a boil, reduce the heat to medium, stirring often until browned. About another 5 minutes or less.
- Strain the water before enjoying. I place a strainer in a large pot, to collect the grease and water. Then, dump it outside to prevent my drains from clogging up.
- Season with taco seasonings for tacos or Italian seasonings for spaghetti.
Notes
Don't discard the grease down the drain!
Stir often to keep the meat in small pieces.
Watch the pot carefully and pull it off the heat as soon as its browned to prevent overcooking.
Cook ground beef to 160°F.