How To Vacuum Seal Meat


In this guide, we will walk you through the steps of using your vacuum sealer for meat cuts and ground beef and provide some tips and tricks for better results.
Vacuum-sealing your meat extends the storage time, avoids freezer burn, reduces waste, and saves money. Vacuum sealing also helps to preserve the flavor and texture of meats, resulting in better results when cooked.
It will allow you to easily portion and store your meats in the freezer taking up less space and also help you save money because you won’t throw away your meat anymore.

Things You Will Need?

Before you start vacuum-sealing your meat, it’s important to make sure you have a good vacuum sealer from a good brand (FoodSaver, Weston, or Nesco), bags in suitable sizes, and a permanent marker. We also recommend you have a rolling-pin if you will also vacuum seal ground beef.

How To Vacuum Seal Cuts of Meat?

To vacuum seal cuts of meat follow these steps:

  1. Prepare your meat: Depending on the type of meat slice it into smaller portions or separate it into smaller batches suitable for your family.
  2. Meats with sharp bones must be vacuum sealed very carefully as the bones can puncture the bag and compromise the seal.
  3. Dry the meat as much as possible before bagging.
  4. Place the meat in the vacuum seal bag, there should be enough space in the front edge to allow for a proper seal.
  5. Press out to remove as much air as possible before sealing the bag closed.
  6. Start your machine to begin the sealing.
  7. Once the sealing process is complete, you can use a permanent marker to label the bag with the date, weight, and type of the meat.
  8. Store the package in the freezer. Vacuum-sealed meat (beef) can last from 2 to 3 years in the freezer, depending on the type of meat.

How To Vacuum Seal Ground Beef?

Vacuum sealed meat with date label

To vacuum seal ground beef (minced meat), follow the below steps:

  1. Divide the ground beef into the desired portion sizes.
  2. Place the ground beef in the vacuum seal bag and flatten it using your hand or a rolling pin. Flattened bags will stack easier and also the ground beef will defrost faster.
  3. Close the bag and press out to remove as much air as possible before sealing the bag.
  4. Start your machine to begin the sealing.
  5. Label the bag and store it in the freezer

If you have any questions about how to vacuum seal meat let us know.

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