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93/7 Ground Beef

93/7 ground beef. When it comes to minimizing fat intake, 93/7 ground beef reigns supreme. With only 7% fat alongside a whopping 93% lean meat, this is the most extreme lean-to-fat ratio you'll find at most grocery stores. It's a niche choice but has a specific place in certain cuisines and specialized diets.

Understanding 93/7

Here’s what sets 93/7 ground beef apart:

  • Maximum Leanness: It offers the absolute lowest fat and saturated fat content among typical ground beef options.
  • Health Focus: Primarily intended for those strictly limiting fat intake for specific health conditions or dietary goals.
  • Potential Dryness: Due to minimal fat, 93/7 can become dry and tough very easily if not cooked skillfully.
  • Limited Standalone Uses: 93/7 isn’t the best choice for standalone dishes like burgers, where the lack of fat makes achieving juiciness very difficult.

When 93/7 Works Best

Think of this ultra-lean option as a specialized ingredient with the following strengths:

  • Boosting Leanness in Recipes: 93/7 can be mixed with fattier ground beef or other meats to reduce the overall fat content of dishes like meatballs, sausage mixtures, or meatloaf.
  • Flavor Foundation: It can be the base for sauces, crumbles, or fillings where it’s combined with other ingredients to provide moisture, texture, and extra protein
  • Specialized Diets: Individuals with strict fat restrictions due to health reasons may find 93/7 beneficial when used strategically.
  • Flavor Dilution: Sometimes you want ground beef’s texture and protein but don’t want its intense flavor. 93/7 is a good neutral base for adding your own flavor profile.
Kitchen Guide

Ground Beef Meat

The USDA minimum safe internal temperature is 160°F.

Popular serving temperatures:

  • 120 – 130°F – Rare
  • 130 – 140°F – Medium Rare
  • 140 – 150°F – Medium (most popular, especially by chefs)
  • 150 – 160°F – Medium Well
  • 160°F and more – Well Done
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Cooking 93/7 Successfully

Here’s how to achieve the best results:

  • Mix It Up: Don’t use 93/7 exclusively. Blend it with other, fattier meats, vegetables, or even fatty dairy like cheese for moisture and better texture.
  • Moisture Boosters: Use grated vegetables like zucchini or carrots, breadcrumbs, a splash of broth, tomato sauce, or other ingredients to help preserve moisture during cooking.
  • Low and Slow: For crumbles or sauces, a gentle simmer over low heat minimizes the drying effect. Avoid high-temperature cooking methods like grilling.
  • Season Generously: Fat carries flavor, so without it, you need to amp up your seasonings to make up the difference.
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