How Does A Meat Grinder Work And Buying Guide

Start grinding your own meat if you want to preserve the flavor and cook better meatballs or sausages.  Meat grinders are quite affordable nowadays, and who wants to go to the butchers?
You are making the right decision by buying a meat grinder. Do you know why?
  1. Food safety: You know your meat, you know your grinder, so there’s almost no chance of food contamination, unlike supermarket-ground meat products.
  2. Flavor: As I mentioned above, the juiciness and tenderness of freshly ground meat are incomparable.
If you think a mixer can do the same job, you are wrong. This mixer vs. meat grinder comparison by grinderselectprovides a clear picture.
Below we have created a checklist for selecting an electric meat grinder.
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Processing capacity
This is the most important factor when selecting a grinder. Always choose processing capacity according to your usage. So, if your requirement is 1kg/min, it’s illogical to buy a meat grinder with a processing capacity of 2kg/min.
The processing capacity can be divided into three categories; high, medium and low. Most people think it’s the power that determines the processing capacity; however, that’s not correct. A Giantex 2800W can process only 100-150 lbs meat/hr, whereas a Happybuy 1100W can process 350+ lbs meat/hr. So, pay more attention to the meat processing capacity than the motor’s power when selecting a grinder.
  1. High Processing capacity: These grinders can process more than 350 lbs of meat per hour. Most grinders in this range can be used for both domestic and commercial purposes. These grinders can handle a large amount of meat, not to mention hard meats and small bones.
  2. Medium Processing capacity: Grinders in this range can process 200-350 lbs of meat per hour. The power consumption is also moderate. The meat may take longer to grind, however, the power consumption will be less.
  3. Low Processing capacity: These have a processing capacity of between 100 to 200 lbs per hour. Unless you are single or have a very small family, try to avoid low capacity grinders. These grinders take too long and are less efficient.
Build material
The body can be metal or a composite of metal and plastic. While a metal body is much more durable and is stronger, you can opt for a composite from one of the good brands. A composite body makes the unit lighter.
Also, don’t forget to check if the meat grinder has rubberized legs. This reduces vibration during the grind.
Reversing feature
Sometimes, small bits of meat, such as tendons, can get stuck in the auger conveyor. The reverse feature helps to remove this by rotating the conveyor in reverse. However, if you still have difficulty removing the tendons, you’ll have to open the grinder manually.
Sausage attachment
If you are going to make sausages frequently, which is rare in most of the cases, get a meat grinder with a sausage stuffer. If it’s a once-in-a-lifetime purchase, buy an entry-level grinder and get a vertical stuffer.
Space and size
Electric grinders require a bit more space than manual grinders; however, its preferable to choose compact models unless your kitchen is very spacious. Stainless-steel grinders weigh three times more than standard steel grinders; nevertheless, it’s best to choose a stainless-steel model for the reasons discussed below.
Easy to clean
It’s mandatory to keep your meat grinder clean, as the meat will come into direct contact with the metal body. If you don’t clean the grinder after every use, bacteria will form, and the next time you use the machine, the bacteria will infect the meat, which can cause severe illness.
Stainless-steel grinders are usually easier to clean.
The bottom line
Finally, while there are dozens of brands available in the market, go for branded grinders that have a good warranty, such as LEM or STX, etc. Enjoy your meat.

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