Is there a way to save meat drippings to use as gravy?
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YES, there is a drip pan that will catch all of it and is actually designed for you to put water in it if you do a "wet" smoke technique BUT... you will need to figure out a way to extract it as the meat cooks/smokes othewise depending on what you are smoking and how long it cooks, the drippings will completely evaporate or get all chared. Example Ribs may take 3 + hours in that case without interrupting the cooking temp/time and dumping out the juice it will be black and chared by the end. If you do 2 pork chops that take 30 minutes the drippings should be fine and very usable.
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there's a drip pan that come with this product,the greast from the meat,will be on top of the drippings supperate,the greast from the drippings,then get corn starch,cold water,heat the dripping and corn starch on low heat to a boil,and there is your gravy,mmmmm-good,enjoy
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The meat drippings should drip right into the drip-tray. That way you can use them for gravy.
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Alton Brown uses this for grating nutmeg. Hold nutmeg carefully and watch your fingers as with any grating. You don't need to use a whole lot so it's fine for a small amount.
201423
It might work.... if you can keep the strainer warm. Grease seems to harden while draining. Pressing the meat with a spoon, I'm going to try that.....
306008
Yes, you can add some sauce to the meat and it will keep the meat moist too.
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I have found that a 5 gal plastic bucket (Lowe's has them for a couple dollars) works very well. The high sides keeps the meat contained. From there, I place the meat in pans for serving, additional smoking, or adding sauce. Don't shred too long or meat turns to mush. Good luck!
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I personally have not had a problem with your issue, however be aware that your meats and or fats should be as close to slightly frozen as possible if not everything will be mushy!
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Freeze liquids such as sauces, soups and stews in containers, casserole dish or loaf pan. Then vacuum seal and freeze. Stuff stacks nicely this way.
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Yes.I have put pesto,minced garlic, Spagetti sauce etc.Be sure and watch fullness of drip tray.
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I would assume that is where you would put the meatloaf so the fat could drip off. You can also cook baked potatoes in it which turn out great!
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Yes And No. There is a hole where drippings can go into an external tray. However I put an aluminum foil pan there to keep it a little cleaner.
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No. We use it for fish, chicken breast, and some times a pork chop. We have the saying, you can always cook more if it's not ready, but you can't uncook anything. We put mixed veggies on top with a sauce that drips down to the meat and cook from 7 to 10 minutes. If the veggies are to done (I like my crispy), then you can take the layer out and continue cooking the meat. It is very handy and we are considering buying a second one as we use it several times a week. Hope this answers you question. I really recommend the steamer if you like to eat healthy. I am a diabetic and this is great for me. Hope this helps. No. We use it for fish, chicken breast, and some times a pork chop. We have the saying, you can always cook more if it's not ready, but you can't uncook anything. We put mixed veggies on top with a sauce that drips down to the meat and cook from 7 to 10 minutes. If the veggies are to done (I like my crispy), then you can take the layer out and continue cooking the meat. It is very handy and we are considering buying a second one as we use it several times a week. Hope this answers you question. I really recommend the steamer if you like to eat healthy. I am a diabetic and this is great for... » Read More No. We use it for fish, chicken breast, and some times a pork chop. We have the saying, you can always cook more if it's not ready, but you can't uncook anything. We put mixed veggies on top with a sauce that drips down to the meat and cook from 7 to 10 minutes. If the veggies are to done (I like my crispy), then you can take the layer out and continue cooking the meat. It is very handy and we are considering buying a second one as we use it several times a week. Hope this answers you question. I really recommend the steamer if you like to eat healthy. I am a diabetic and this is great for me. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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1pk for 4L of water. Add beef of choice, grilled onion & a little fresh ginger into pot & boil. Skim scum for clear soup, add closed pack & cook over medium heat for 20 mins (to prevent pack from breaking). Remove closed packet
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All the answers so far are right on. One of the thing that I've done with very wet items (like your bloody ground beef and my homemade pasta sauces) is fold a paper towel to fit the width of the bag, and slide it in until it's close to the food. Vacuum the bag, and when the liquid just touches the paper towel, press the Seal button. For soups and sauces, freeze the bags upright with the top part with the towel folded over. When ready to use, cut the bag just under the towel. I've done this for years with no added taste of paper to the food, and no missed spots in the seal :-)
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I don't know if there is a way - I just make sure that I break it up within the packet the best I can before I open it. It's more important if you are shooting meats with a jerky gun rather than doing the marinade
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Try vittles vault for storage. It seals airtight, and the food will stay fresh as long as you need.Gamma2 Vittles Vault 15 for Pet Food Storage
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Use only very very little. If you use too much the meat will turn to mush and it smells kinda like 'garbage'.
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I don't save grease from deep frying. I just save bacon drippings to use for flavor when I cook. I use it or fresh bacon for green beans, baked beans, soup and anything that is bland. I use bacon drippings and fresh cut organic onions for flavor.