Meat Cooking Basics: When to Cook Hot and Fast

 

Cooking meat at high temperatures isn’t just about getting things over with. If you freeze poultry and hope to cook it at a high temperature to save time, you might end up with bland meat that no one looks forward to when eating. 

The ‘Hot and Fast’ method of cooking meat needs to be looked at closely to understand when it makes sense. 

Let’s look at the case of the Hot and Fast meat cooking method and all scenarios when high temperatures are applicable. 

When to Cook Your Meat Hot and Fast

Consider the cut. Lean or thin cuts work best with the hot and fast method. Say a cut like chicken breast or sirloin steak is low on fat. Cooking it for an extended period might dry out the natural juices. 

Low temperatures work best when there’s a lot of collagen to break down. But if the cut is low on collagen, applying heat and cooking it fast to preserve the flavor makes sense. Additionally, the hot and fast method makes sense when roasting, deep-frying, pan-searing, baking, or broiling your meat. 

The Ideal Temperature when Cooking Hot and Fast

Cooking meat at around 160-165℃ is ideal for hot and fast cooking. You can even start cooking frozen meat, such as frozen beef, straight from the freezer. It might take a little longer, but freezing basics say it’ll achieve the same results. 

Benefits of Cooking Meat Hot and Fast

Whether the low and slow or hot and fast method, the end goal is to preserve the meat’s tenderness and natural flavor. It's just that the change in technique is to adjust the cut of the meat. So, to reiterate, the benefits of hot and fast cooking (like low and slow cooking) are to keep the meat tender and preserve the meat’s natural taste. 

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Whether applying the hot and fast or low and slow method, securing good meat remains the priority. Our team of seasoned halal butchers understands the nuances of meat and its cuts. Especially with foods for freezing, our expertise in halal frozen foods mixed with our special recipe makes for the perfect combination. 

Does the sound of cooking the perfect piece of meat sound exciting? Head to Tariq Halal Meats to get started with the perfect cooking experience!