There’s nothing better than cooking meaty dishes at home and who doesn’t love indulging in homemade chicken or
mutton curry
,
biryani
, steaks or appetizers, but the wait time for cooking the meat is undeniably one of the major reasons why some people hate cooking meat at home and prefer ordering online. Well, if you too are sailing on the same boat, then here are some smart tips and tricks that will help you reduce the
cooking time
of meat and give it the perfect texture in minimum time.
Read on to find out…
Thin cuts
The first and the foremost step towards cooking meat faster depends on how you cut the meat, culinary experts advise that going for thinner cuts of meat is best as they cook faster than thicker ones. Thin cuts have a larger surface area, which further allows heat to seep in quickly.
Slice or cube
While cooking meat breasts, it is best to slice or cube the meat into smaller pieces as this increases the surface area exposed to heat, which lowers the cooking time.
Ready to eat
A simple way to reduce cooking time to just a few minutes can be done by purchasing ready to eat or already marinated meat pieces, this will not only give your delicacy a better taste and texture, but will also
cook meat faster
and better.
Marinate it right
Marinating food in the right way can also reduce the cooking time and make your life a lot simpler. The longer you marinate, the better your meat will taste and the faster it will cook as the ingredients of the marinade seep in better when the meat is marinated for a long time and takes less time to cook.
Use lemon/vinegar/curd
Marinating meat with the right ingredients can help in making the meat tender, which further reduces the cooking time. In fact, the acidity of lemon, vinegar and curd help in naturally making the meat tender and more flavorful.
Pounding
Another easy way to cook steaks, chops and meat breast faster is by pounding the meat with a meat mallet to make them thinner. This not only reduces cooking time but also tenderizes the meat.
Cook with high heat
Use high heat to
cook meat
quickly. Techniques like searing or stir-frying at high temperatures can help cook meat rapidly.
Pressure cooker
Pressure cookers cook food quickly by increasing the internal pressure, which the boiling point of water. This results in faster cooking times for meats.
Thin skewers for kebabs
Thread meat onto thin skewers or make kebabs. This exposes more surface area to heat and helps cook the meat faster, especially on a grill or under a broiler.
Microwave
Consider using a microwave for a reduced pre-cooking period before transferring the meat to the oven or stovetop. This fastens the cooking process.
Par boiling
Another easy way to reduce the cooking time is by par boiling the meat with some salt and storing them in airtight containers. Use them as and when you need to cook up a quick meal.
Use tender cuts
Tender cuts of meat generally require less cooking time. Examples include tenderloin, sirloin, or boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
Raw papaya paste
Raw papaya paste is used traditionally to give a unique taste and texture to the meat delights. In fact, papaya paste helps in tenderizing the meat and helps reduce the cooking time.
