To defrost ground beef in the microwave, it generally takes about 8 to 10 minutes per pound. You should remove the beef from its packaging, place it in a microwave-safe container, and use the microwave's defrost setting if available. If your microwave lacks a defrost setting, set the power to 20-30% and defrost for the same time range. It's important to flip or break apart the meat periodically during defrosting to ensure even thawing. After defrosting, cook the ground beef immediately to prevent bacterial growth
. Summary of key points:
- Defrost time: approximately 8-10 minutes per pound
- Use defrost setting or 20-30% power
- Flip or break apart meat periodically
- Cook immediately after defrosting
This method is the fastest way to thaw ground beef but requires careful attention to avoid partial cooking during defrosting
