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Refrigerator Method. (Recommended). Frozen beef should not be defrosted at room temperature. Harmful bacteria may grow rapidly under such conditions. The best method for thawing beef (or any other type of meat) is to place it in the refrigerator where it will defrost slowly and safely.round Beef. (one pound bulk). Defrost in the refrigerator for: 24 hours. Additional Thawing and Defrosting Tips. 1  Beef that is not fully defrosted should not be cooked because the exterior of the beef may become overdone before the interior has had a chance to cook to the proper temperature.
Frozen Raw Meat. Frozen meat should not be left out for more than two hours at room temperature, because this can render it unsafe to eat. There are only three safe ways to thaw raw meat: in the refrigerator, in cold water and in the microwave. Defrosting meat in the refrigerator is the easiest, but takes the most time. Plan on at least one day in the refrigerator for each 5 pounds of weight. To thaw meat in cold water, submerge your meat packaged in a zippered bag into a bowl of cold water; replace water every 30 minutes until the meat is defrosted.