Should you rinse mince meat before cooking – experts weigh in
Then, there are the practical issues of washing your ground beef. While washing anything can result in a mess because of the splashing water, there is also the issue of ruining the plumbing.
As most homeowners and adults know, pouring fat down the drain can clog pipes. When fat hardens, it can lead to poor drainage and, if you continue the habit, expensive repairs. If you still want to wash your mince, you should let the fat solidify before you scrape the excess fat and throw it in the trash.
The USDA experts say that washing ground beef is not necessary since cooking the meat to a high enough temperature kills all the bacteria.
They also say that washing the raw meat might splash germs and bacteria on the kitchen counter, which, if not sanitized properly, can lead to people getting sick.
Well, your decision whether to wash or not wash your ground beef is your own choice. What do you usually choose to do? Let us know in the comments and share this with others who might be concerned.
