You can make a lot of delicious dishes from minced meat, so every housewife in the arsenal has a meat grinder, with which you can chop the meat to the desired consistency.
But for many, this is a long past stage. Today, kitchen blenders are becoming increasingly popular. However, before you buy the right model, you should understand all its advantages and disadvantages.
In this kitchen appliance you can grind almost everything, and the meat is no exception. To make the right choice, it is necessary to take into account the construction of the blender and its working principle. All existing models are divided into:
- stationary;
- submersible.
They do well with meat, vegetables and other products, but there are some differences.
Stationary models have a bowl mounted on a sturdy housing, which houses an electric motor. The bowl must be covered with a lid, and so firmly that the products during operation of the device does not fall out.
Almost all bowls are characterized by large capacity so that they can process a considerable number of products.
Special knives are inserted into the container, with the help of which the grinding is performed. One knife is suitable for working with different products, additionally can be included in the set nozzle for ice.
Stationary preparations have enough power to grind a lot of ingredients for preparing different dishes.
Submersible models are made in the form of a narrow handle of great length, at the end of which there are rotating blades of a knife. It is enough to immerse the product there and turn on the device by pressing the button on the handle.
Such blenders are equipped with several nozzles to process individual products. For example, one nozzle beats up the liquid, another - chops vegetables and fruits to the consistency of mashed potatoes, the third - crushes ice and nuts, the fourth - chops meat.
Traditional or stationary blenders do not cut meat and other products into small pieces. The fact is that grinding makes mash, that is, too small fraction, of the processed substances.
Only nuts and other tough foods are ground into pieces. Therefore, it is very important to consider what kind of stuffing is needed for the dish. Liquid mince in the form of mashed potatoes is well suited for casseroles, fillings for pancakes, cream paste.
When choosing, it is worth considering the power of the unit, since for raw meat it is better if it is 600 watts. But for the processing of cooked meat, it can be 300 watts.
Submersible models are universal, as they can cut food into slices and small pieces, make mashed potatoes and cream. When buying a blender, you need to check which knives are included in the package.
Some consumers prefer the work of stationary blenders, others - submersible. This means that the choice depends solely on the personal preferences of the hostess.
If you use an immersion blender, it will greatly speed up the cooking process. The main thing is to use a special nozzle for meat.
Before you put the meat in a blender, you need to remove the film, all the veins and tendons from it. A large piece of meat is cut into pieces of 3 cm. Some housewives recommend to freeze it a little in the freezer to make the process better.
Also at this moment you can add onions, thanks to which the knives work much easier, and the cutlets become tastier. You should not immediately handle large portions of meat, otherwise the power of the device will not be enough or it will generally break.
Fresh meat removes all kinds of cartilage, bones and veins. To work, you need pieces of 3 cm in length. The first portion of the submerged meat should be processed for 15 seconds to become clear, enough of this time so that the meat does not turn into mashed potatoes.
In addition to meat, crushed bread, onions. Milk and egg, salt and pepper to taste are added to the total mass. To get good stuffing, the contents need to be mixed until the mass is homogeneous.
While the sunflower oil will be heated in a skillet, you need to form the patties. So that they do not stick to the hands, you can lubricate them with oil. Cutlets are fried on both sides until a golden crust appears.
The use of a blender greatly facilitates the work of hostesses, since the grinding of meat into minced meat occurs quickly and effortlessly. The main thing is to choose a suitable model for your kitchen, so that in the end you can get the stuffing necessary consistency.
Minced meat is ground meat with the addition of any spices or seasonings. From this product you can cook just a huge amount of a wide variety of dishes. The number of recipes with minced beats records on culinary sites. Of course, it is better if you cook burgers, fillings for pies, sausages and other delights from his own cooked minced meat. After all, only in this case, you will know exactly the composition of the meat semi-finished product and you can confidently say that the product is one hundred percent natural. In addition, you can diversify the dish with your favorite spices, whatever you want. This gives room for culinary creativity. But what if your kitchen does not have a meat grinder? Do you really have to give up the idea to cook the stuffing yourself, or will you have to lay out a tidy sum and purchase the necessary cook device?
Do not worry, because you can cook the stuffing in a blender.
Ingredients for Mince
The composition of the right stuffing is quite simple. It includes the following ingredients: minced meat, finely chopped onion, salt, pepper or other spices. If you make mincemeat for meatballs, then it is recommended to add some white bread soaked in milk in it - this will give the dish a soft touch. Also, when making minced meat products, you should add chicken eggs for stickiness, if you need to form meatballs or chops, for example.
As you can see, there should be no soy protein, seals and other additives in natural stuffing.
The main thing - the right meat
It is clear that the main ingredient of any stuffing is meat. It can be chicken, pork, veal, lamb ... In general, such meat as you like. - This is a mixture of beef and pork, thanks to the combination of these types of meat, it is soft and tender, but at the same time not as fat and high-calorie as pure pork mince.
It doesn't matter from whose meat the minced meat is cooked, the main thing is that this meat is fresh. Another condition for choosing meat for minced meat is that it should not be inflated with antibiotics or even plain water. Manufacturers use this trick, or rather, fraud, to ensure that meat does not spoil any longer. Water is injected into the pulp to increase the mass of the product. Thus, the buyer can easily be deceived by buying several hundred grams of water for the price of natural meat.
Before you buy meat for minced meat, make sure that the place of its purchase complies with sanitary standards, as well as all the necessary documents are available. Choose an attractive-looking piece of meat: it should not be weathered, you need a smooth color from light to dark pink, the veins are white. The smell of meat should also be pleasant, without any impurities such as chlorine, soap, or, even worse, rotten.
Note that the best stuffing is obtained from the shoulder blade, neck, dorsal part, because these muscles are less mobile during the life of the animal, which means that the meat of these body parts is softer and softer.
Usually stuffing made with a meat grinder. But the electric is quite expensive, but grind a large amount of meat in a manual meat grinder, not every hostess can. It makes life easier for you to know what stuffing can be done with a blender. But it is better to approach this process correctly.
Training
First, do not forget about safety. In no case should you bring your fingers and other parts of the body to a working machine. After work, it is better to disconnect it from the network in order to prevent accidental pressing of the power key.
Second, make sure the blender knives are sharp and clean. Only in this case, the correct uniform consistency of minced meat without unnecessary impurities is ensured.
After cooking, always wash the blender thoroughly and wipe dry all the cutting parts, so the device will last much longer and will be pleased with its trouble-free operation.
How to make minced meat in a blender
If you have chilled meat in stock, which is very good, because it guarantees the freshness of the product, then before grinding, hold it in the freezer for a little bit so that the pulp becomes firmer and easier to chop. If for cooking you take a previously frozen piece, then, on the contrary, let it warm a little, since not every blender can cope with too hard meat.
Cut the meat into smaller pieces, no larger than a matchbox. It is important that these pieces are approximately equal in size, this ensures a uniform consistency of minced meat.
Then dip a few pieces into the blender and turn it on for a few seconds. Often enough fifteen or thirty. Check if the meat is ground. The consistency should be homogeneous, slightly crumbly, in this case proceed to the next portion of meat.
If you are cooking mincemeat with an immersion blender, then put the meat in a container and, holding the "Start" button on the appliance's handle, chop the meat, then lower the blender's knife into the pulp, then raise it. Remember that, as a rule, such a blender can not work for a long time without interruptions, it overheats and can burn. The operating time of your model depends on the power of the device, so read the instructions carefully before using the blender.
After all the prepared meat is ground, you can add salt, spices, onions, even chopped vegetables such as tomatoes, cabbage and other or grated cheese.
Mix everything thoroughly.
Cooking Secrets
The stuffing should not be too liquid, if water is cut off from it, then squeeze the product slightly. To achieve the desired consistency, rub the boiled potatoes into it, or add breadcrumbs, white bread flesh, or some flour. Most often, such manipulations have to be carried out with rabbit or chicken minced meat, cooked in a blender.
In order to make the meat softer, you need to drive egg white into it. The rigidity of the stuffing - most often the problem of semi-finished beef or meat of an old animal.
Once again, recall the spices. They can make the stuffing uniquely tasty and fragrant, but they can also turn it into a mass with an unpleasant smell and disgusting taste. Therefore, respect the proportions by adding seasonings in small portions.
About mixing
If you want to make a dish of minced meat of different sorts of meat, then remember that you should not mix pieces of different meat before cooking minced meat in a blender. First make mince one type, then another and just before preparing the dish mix. Keep meat from different varieties of meat must also be separated.
It is important to know that lamb, due to its specific taste, is not combined with any other type of meat. But the rabbit is best mixed with chicken and nothing more. But pork and beef get along well - the mince from these types of meat is called "Home".
Pros and cons of minced meat in a blender
This method of cooking a semi-finished product has supporters and opponents. On the question of whether it is possible to make stuffing in a blender, some respond negatively - after all, only a meat grinder can ensure proper cutting and, therefore, consistency. Others, on the contrary, claim that when using a blender, the mass turns out to be much more tender, and prefer this method of cooking to the traditional one.
Good day, my dear readers! I recently wrote about what can be cooked in a blender. My readers were surprised that even stuffing can be cooked with this miracle device. I decided to try it myself and write an article about how to make minced meat in a blender 🙂
More recently, I wanted to pamper my family homemade meatballs. I usually buy ready-made minced meat, but in this case I had a regular piece of meat. I do not have meat grinders, there is only a simple submersible blender. As a matter of fact, my baby became a guinea pig. For some reason it seemed to me that he would cope with the task and help me grind a piece of pork.
But alas. I had to make chops from meat, as I felt sorry for the terribly humming device. Veins from the meat wrapped around a knife. It took about an hour more painfully to unwind and scrub them. So is it possible to make stuffing in a blender?
Began to look for how to cook the stuffing. It turns out that the immersion blender has a special chopper nozzle that does not grind porridge, but chops meat. And at the stationary device it is the main nozzle. Plus, there are still nozzles that are cut into cubes, whip mashed potatoes. But these interesting tips I will discuss in another article.
The blender is a surprisingly useful thing, as it can significantly reduce the cooking time.
It can be used for various purposes:
- chop vegetables, fruits, nuts, small pieces of meat;
- make a cocktail or smoothie;
- mix different ingredients;
- cook mashed potatoes, soup, porridge for the child;
- make ice cream or some kind of dessert.
Preparation of minced meat for baby food, meatballs or rolls now does not require any special equipment. It is quite possible to replace the meat grinder with an ordinary kitchen blender, if you do not often make minced meat and do not freeze it ahead of time in the freezer with kilograms. You can chop the meat raw or already cooked (boiled).
Therefore, if they ask me whether it is possible to make mincemeat with a blender, I will answer that you can still. He will cope with the grinding of meat, but will need a special nozzle.
He even in the video clip shows how he cooks stuffing.
By the way, I have long wanted to replace my “old man” and looked at such a unit with additional attachments. In addition, there is precisely this nozzle chopper, with which you can make the stuffing. I look and lick - buy or not. And what do you think?
If it comes to that, consider that the stuffing will be different from the ground meat in the meat grinder. If you do not follow a little, it can turn out porridge. For baby food this is certainly suitable, but not for meatballs.
- meat must be cleaned of tendons, veins and films;
- cut into small pieces of 2-3 cm;
- i recommend to freeze it slightly before chopping;
- you can add onions cut into 4-6 pieces. This will facilitate the work of knives and cutlets then will be more tasty;
- do not shower large portions. Otherwise, it may not be enough power or even the device can be broken.
If you make minced meat from raw meat, it is important to put it in the freezer for 15-20 minutes so that it is slightly frozen and it is much easier to grind it. So the fat in the meat becomes cold and hard, and the blade easily copes with the pieces of meat.
Step-by-step instruction
Beef for homemade meatballs
We make minced beef in a stationary blender
Step 1. Remove cartilage, fat, bones, skin and connective tissue of meat with a sharp knife;
Step 2. Â Cut the meat into cubes approximately equal to 2-3 cm;
Step 3. Â Place the meat in a jug and close the lid with a mixer. Run for about 15 seconds. Blender models have different speeds, so try which one is suitable and for how long. More is better;
Step 4. Â Stop and check the consistency of minced meat. Run another 15-20 seconds if you want to achieve a uniform texture for baby food. And for sausage, on the contrary, a coarser texture and less grinding time is quite suitable;
Step 5. Â Grind 1 bite in a blender. white bread, 1 egg, a small onion (if not added to meat). Mix everything with minced meat, adding salt + pepper to taste.
Stuffing is ready in just a few minutes. The recipe is simple, and cutlets - you can’t take you by the ears! I look, the husband already kills the last. We'll have to cook another portion tomorrow
Chicken meat for meatballs
Making it in an immersion blender using a chopper nozzle. This is a small container with knives below. The glass is small compared to the stationary, but you can make stuffing.
Step 1. Â Take the chicken breast fillet, cut into pieces of 2-3 cm;
Step 2. Â Put the pieces in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to freeze slightly;
Step 3. Â Put the meat in a blender and chop 15-20 seconds. Repeat if necessary;
Step 4.  Spoon make balls and send to the soup. This is how meatballs turn out 🙂
Friends, I continue to study this topic of cooking with the help of a blender. Now I know exactly how to make minced meat without a meat grinder 🙂 And, given how much delicious things can be made from minced meat, the blender will now become much more frequently used in my kitchen.
Friends, I am always interested in your advice and practical recommendations. Write in the comments and subscribe for updates. See you soon!
PS: I described another unusual use of the blender in an article about how to make icing sugar at home. The article turned out not boring with funny vidyushkami 🙂
Blender - the universal assistant in the kitchen. With it, you can grind anything - from splitting the ice, finishing cooking smoothies. I wonder if it is possible to chop meat in a blender, and then how much power should it be? Let's figure it out.
The best household assistant
Strangely enough, not only a powerful meat grinder, but also a high-quality blender is suitable for grinding solid foods. These devices can be divided into two main categories:
- stationary,
- submersible.
Their main structural differences are presented in the table (examples in the photo):
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Model 1. Stationary blender.
The design is a durable metal housing (inside the engine) and a spacious bowl that is mounted on top. Inside the bowl is a chopping knife, which revolves, finely chops products. |
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Model 2. Submersible blenders.
A long handle, at one end of which are mounted interchangeable rotating nozzles. The principle of operation is quite simple: you need to turn on the device in the outlet and lower the rotating part into the product that requires grinding.
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To understand whether the blender is suitable for chopping meat, you need to take into account the peculiarities of their work. And this will do.
Type 1. Stationary device
Can I make minced meat in a blender? Can. In fact, this is the only way to use a stationary device. Due to the special design of this type of device can not chop into pieces or cut into slices products. Therefore, if you need to get fine stuffing of a uniform consistency, feel free to turn on a traditional blender.
For mincemeat is suitable not very powerful device:
- raw meat - 600 watts;
- boiled - 300 watts.
It is important to consider that the output will be slightly watery minced meat, which later may have to thicken with your own hands.
View 2. Compact device
Submersible meat blenders are more suitable than traditional ones. This is due to the versatility of their use. Such a device is easy to knead the dough, chop into slices and whip the cream. Much depends on the chosen nozzle.
The instructions presented in the table will tell you what can be made from meat with the help of a submersible device:
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Method 1. Stuffing.
You can make mince meat of the desired consistency. The main advantage is that you yourself can adjust the degree of grinding.
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Method 2. Small pieces.
This device is great for cutting meat. For these purposes, a special nozzle with small holes is used. |
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Method 3. Cubes.
You can make cubes of the same size from a single piece of meat. A special knife for cutting into cubes should be bundled with the device. |
Now we’ll find out what capacity a blender should be for grinding different types of meat:
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Type 1. Raw and streaked.
If you do not previously remove the fat and streaks from the fibers, you will need power up to 1000 watts. |
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Type 2. Raw without streaks.
Such a product can be crushed by the device from 600 watts. |
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Type 3. Boiled.
Heat-treated product is easily chopped into pieces at a power of 300 watts. |
As mentioned earlier, the immersion device is much more versatile. In the basic configuration of the device there are at least three nozzles:
- blade knives;
- beater whisk;
- double bottom bowl.
But progress does not stand still, and most modern models are equipped with a vacuum pump.
There are usually two or more special storage containers in the kit that are rectangular in shape and made of durable glass.
In order for the blender to serve as long as possible and become an indispensable assistant in the kitchen, try to follow these recommendations:
- When buying, pay attention to the material. It is preferable that the body and the knives are steel and the bowl is made of special glass. Plastic counterparts quickly become unusable.
- Power is of the essence. For example, it is possible to grind a solid carrot only with a device with a power of 600 W, otherwise the device may not withstand the load and break.
- After each use the device must be cleaned.. The immersion blender removes all the nozzles and is washed by hand, the traditional one has a self-cleaning function.
- Try not to overload the device.. It is better to let it cool down a little after every 10–15 minutes of work.
- If you plan to mix products of different density. Liquid is poured in first, and then solid components are applied.
Conclusion
We found out that it is possible to grind meat with both stationary and immersion devices. To make the right choice, you need to decide in advance for what purposes the blender will be used:
- If for cooking liquid mince and puree - the traditional.
- If for cutting, slicing and grinding - submersible.
The video in this article clearly shows the advantages and disadvantages of these devices. If you have any questions, I am waiting for them in the comments.
For cooking minced meat you can use not only a meat grinder, but also a blender. However, it should be borne in mind that if you need to choose a blender for meat, the criteria for the device will be quite high. The main thing will be power. A blender for chopping raw meat into minced meat should have on board at least 600 watts of power, preferably from 750 watts. If you need a device that will save you from having to pre-clean the meat from the veins, then it will take about 1,000 watts. But for boiled meat blenders with a capacity of 300 watts are quite suitable.
If we talk about immersion blenders, the ability to chop the meat is only available if bowl chopper. It is this blender attachment that turns it into a meat grinder. Rarely, but it happens that this accessory is not included in the package of powerful models. And the third, also an important aspect that you should pay attention to before buying a blender is quality knives  shredder. Not enough sharp knives will leave behind too large pieces, and the lack of strength threatens to turn into breakage of the blades with frequent use.
We studied reviews of the most popular stationary and immersion blenders for meat and present to your attention a review of the best models.
TOP 5 best blenders with grinder function
Description
The BORK B800 stationary blender has earned a huge amount of positive feedback from buyers, primarily due to its 2000W power. With this blender you can quickly and efficiently grind even the hardest products, including ice.
Another advantage of the model buyers called convenience in working with him, all control is carried out using four buttons, each of which is designed for a specific action.
The blender bowl has an unusual square shape and is made of lightweight plastic, which, despite its light weight, has high strength, which was confirmed by users of this blender.
As a blender for cutting meat and chopping it into mincemeat BORK B800, according to user reviews, it fits perfectly, providing an excellent result with just a single click.
Specifications
Power:
- 900 W
- 12 speeds
- smooth adjustment
- turbo mode
Equipment
- chopper 0.75 l
- measuring cup 1 l
- whisk
- cappuccinator nozzle
Reviews
Reviews of the owners who used this blender as a meat grinder:
A source:
We bought this blender almost 2 years ago, super cool stuff. That just did not do, and cocktails, and sauces, and even the meat was shallow.
A source:
The blender amazingly chops meat for manti and cutlets.
A source:
From experience, they made pancake dough in a blender, mixed sauces, and also prepared chopped beef as a manta filling turned out great, and that was the peak of joy - Bork chopped ice for our cocktails.
A source:
Before that I had another blender - I didn’t like it. At the bottom mixes, and on top everything as lay and lies. I had to turn off, mix and turn on again. And tough meat did not grind at all, just screwed everything on the knife and that's it. There is no such problem here.
A source:
Then his wife got to him: minced meat cutlets are much more delicious than with minced meat, pancakes, etc. by pressing the 1st button! Quickly and efficiently! Very satisfied with the purchase.
Description
The powerful 900-watt motor of this device promises to work wonders - and the reviews of the owners confirm the stated high performance. According to the owners of this immersion blender, they can easily cut minced raw meat and grind nuts.
The blender was equipped with two submersible nozzles (lightweight plastic and an elongated metal) and a professional cappuccinator nozzle. Also attracted the attention of users of the original mount on the wall with a sucker.
Stylish design is another advantage of this blender and emphasizes its belonging to the premium class technique.
Specifications
Power:
- 900 W
- 12 speeds
- smooth adjustment
- turbo mode
Equipment
- chopper 0.75 l
- measuring cup 1 l
- whisk
- professional extended stainless steel nozzle
- lightweight plastic nozzle
- cappuccinator nozzle
Reviews
Feedback from owners who used this dip blender to chop meat:
A source:
I have been using this device for a long time and therefore I can appreciate all its advantages. Its capacity is even enough to grind the stringy meat!
A source:
Chose a blender that can replace several appliances in the kitchen! They advised to consider this model, as it is very powerful, so it can chop meat, chop nuts, and easily prepare mashed potatoes and shakes from vegetables and fruits, mix cream and batter!
A source:
Meat, vegetables, grits grind in a matter of minutes.
A source:
Very powerful blender, grinds meat into stuffing, chops ice and much more. The stylish design, conveniently sits in a hand, copes with any product.
A source:
This blender has many possibilities, you can even make minced meat in a chopper, without fear that there are bones in meat, it grinds everything.
Description
The key difference of this model from the majority of blenders of the submersible type lies in the unique storage system of nozzles and the placement of the blender itself. Stylish "stand-parking" allows you to place all the necessary nozzles and the device itself is as compact as possible, turning the blender into a stylish interior element. This advantage could not pass by buyers, who noted the design of the blender and put a high mark on its unique storage system.
Without taking up a lot of space in the kitchen, the blender comes with many functional accessories that were appreciated by customers.
