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Is it possible to

defrost lean steak beef mince in the microwave? If so, how long should i stick it in for?

Yours truly,

G. Bennett



  • everything is possible in a microwave

    just stick it in for as long as you think is needed.

  • Its beef

    do it, if you fry it it should kill any bacteria with ease. Beef is quite a safe meat to play around with

  • Yeah, it's a pain in the arse though

    Do it in small segments, or keep an eye on it, because it defrosts mega-quick on the outside and not so quick on the inside. So defrost for a bit, then move the defrosted bits away, then continue etc etc.

    Don't leave it, otherwise you end up cooking all the outside bits and inside is still ICE.

    • Comprehensive!

      Thanks bamos

      • I don't want to see a man lose his chance of bolognaise.

        I know that pain only too well.