The price of beef increased by upto Tk 50 per kg in a month, ahead of Shab-e-Barat and Ramadan on claims of supply shortage. In this regard, Golam Murtaza, President of the Bangladesh Meat Traders Association, told UNB that now the farmers are not willing to sell cows at present in the hope of getting better prices during Ramadan and Eid. Saraswati Puja to be celebrated Wednesday “Due to this supply crisis, the price of cattle has increased slightly in the market. It has also affected the price of meat,” he said. On Tuesday, after visiting Karwan Bazar, Moghbazar, and Rampura kitchen markets of the capital and talking with meat traders, the correspondent learned that most of the butchers are selling beef at Tk 720 to Tk 750 per kg. Even in the last week of January, the consumers were able to buy beef within Tk 700 per kg. Accordingly, the market price has increased by at least Tk50 per kg in the last two weeks. 98 percent of the country's demand for medicine is produced locally: Health Minister Towards the end of 2023, beef prices suddenly started to fall. At that time, meat traders in Dhaka sold beef at Tk600 per kg. Some traders are suffering loss, because of this, the traders set the price of beef at a maximum of Tk 650 per kg. This rate was continued in some areas of Dhaka till election day January 7. With Pahela Falgun-Valentine’s Day, the nation eyes a festive February 14 The Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) also said that beef is being sold at Tk 700 to Tk 750 per kg. The price of beef has increased by Tk 50 per kg in the last one month. According to TCB calculations, beef prices have increased compared to last year. At this time last year, beef was sold at Tk 700 to Tk 720 per kg.

If you enjoy exploring different cuisines, then you must try spicy beef momo recipes. Originating from Nepal, momos have gained popularity worldwide for their delectable taste and versatility. These dumplings filled with a mix of ground beef and aromatic spices are sure to tantalize your tastebuds. 5 Delicious Beef Momo Recipes  Classic Beef Momo Ingredients For dough: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon oil, ¾ cup water. For filling: 1 cup ground beef, 1 onion (sliced into tiny cubes), 2 tablespoons soy sauce, ½ tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste, 1 tablespoon black pepper, 5 cloves garlic (chopped), ½ capsicum (chopped), a few drops cilantro/fresh lime. Read more: 5 Delicious Less Spicy Mutton Recipes Instructions First, mix flour, salt, and water in a bowl. Knead the dough, adding more flour if needed. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the filling in a separate bowl with ginger-garlic, cilantro, salt, soy sauce, and black pepper.  After 30 minutes, divide the dough in half. Roll out one half thinly. And place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each piece of dough. Complete it with folding and sealing the dough. Steam the momos for 8-9 minutes, then repeat the process.

Nihari or Paya Soup is one of the best-admired soups in Bangladesh, Pakistan, and India. This dish can be prepared from chicken, cow, or goat legs. The taste of Nihari is divine, healthy, nutritious, and yummy. The meat, marrow, and fat from the legs melt in your mouth and you can enjoy it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with paratha or roti. Check here for mouth-watering chicken, beef, and mutton Paya soup or Nihari recipes to enjoy any time.  Food value of Nihari or Paya Soup Nihari or Paya soup is rich in Protein, fat, carbs, calcium, phosphorous, Vitamin A, Folate (vitamin B9), etc.Paya soup or Nihari is extremely beneficial for gut health as it has Proline, glutamine, and arginine amino acids. It boosts immunity in humans and animals.  Moreover, Nihari or Paya soup is known as bone broth which promotes and maintains a good mood, uplifts energy levels, and helps to create a healthy sleep cycle. Besides, Paya soup helps to relieve joint pain, promotes healthy skin & weight loss, and helps in detoxification.  Read More: Mouth-watering Chotpoti, Fuchka, Tamarind Chatney Recipes for Home Kitchens Simple Nihari Recipes with Chicken, Beef, or Mutton .  Chicken Paya Recipe Ingredients Chicken legs: 6-8 pcs, ginger garlic paste: 2 tbsp, onions: 250 gms (chopped), water for boiling: 6-7 cups, coriander powder: 1 tsp, red chili powder: 3-4 tsp, turmeric powder: 1/2 tsp, salt (as required), brown onions: 1/2 cup (crushed), Garam masala powder: 1/2 tsp, oil: 1/2 cup

Who doesn’t enjoy having some delicious snacks while watching a favorite movie/TV show or chatting with friends or family members? Among the meat snacks, beef items are the most popular. Beef is a great source of iron, zinc, protein, and other essential nutrients that can heal damaged tissues and support a healthy immune system. You will get 250 calories, 35 grams of protein, and 10 grams of fat from 100-gram cooked beef. Let’s check out 10 easy-to-prepare delightful beef snacks recipes. 10 Mouthwatering Homemade Beef Snacks Recipes Beef Samosas Ingredients2 large potatoes, 1 cup frozen peas, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, ½ teaspoon cumin seeds, 2 large onions, 1 pound of ground beef, 4 cloves garlic,1 tablespoon fresh ginger root, ½ teaspoon black pepper,1 ½ teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon coriander, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon cinnamon,  2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons green chile peppers, 1-quart oil, 1 package phyllo doughDirections First, boil potatoes and peas and mash them together. Then cook the beef with other ingredients and finally mix with mashed potatoes. Let them cook and refrigerate for 1 hour. Next, put about 1 tablespoon of the mixture onto each phyllo sheet and give the sheets triangle shapes. Fry in deep oil until it reaches golden brown color and serve warm.  Read 10 Healthy Midnight Snacks Recipes for Night Owls Mini Beef Tourtieres Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, 4 ounces cream cheese, 1-1/2 cups flour Ingredients for the Filling: 1 tablespoon oil, 1 pound lean ground beef, 1 medium onion, 2 garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon celery salt, pepper, 1/2 cup soft bread crumbsDirections First, prepare the dough and refrigerate for 1 hour. Then cook the meat almost done. Give the dough into a mini-muffin cup shape. Fill each mutton cup with 1 tbsp of filling and put the preheated oven to 375°. Bake for about 15 minutes or until it becomes brown. Read Rainy Day Homemade Snacks Ideas, Recipes to Enjoy with Family Ground Beef Snack Quiches Ingredients1/4 pound of ground beef, 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, 1 cup biscuit, 1/4 cup cornmeal, 1/4 cup cold butter, 2 to 3 tablespoons boiling water, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup cream, 1 tablespoon chopped sweet red pepper, 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup cheeseDirectionsFirst, cook the meat until the meat is no longer pink and set it aside. Then, prepare the soft dough. Combine the egg, cream, onion, red pepper, and salt and mix with the beef mixture. Add cheese. Finally, bake for 20 minutes, garnish and serve. Read Superfood Moringa Powder: Know Its Health Benefits, Side Effects Roast Beef Pinwheels Ingredients3/4 pound sliced deli roast beef, 1 package frozen chopped spinach, 1 package garlic-herb spreadable cheese, 1 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tubes refrigerated crescent rolls. DirectionsFirst, take the first five ingredients and mix well. Make this 1 tube crescent dough into 1 long rectangle. Cut the roll crosswise into twenty-four 1/2-inch slices. Place on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes and serve warm. Read Healthy, Delicious Mango Recipes to Try this Summer Beef ‘n’ Biscuit Bake Ingredients1 pound of ground beef, 1 can bean, One can corn, 1 can tomato soup, 1/4 cup 2% milk, 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 cup cubed Velveeta, 12 ounces refrigerated biscuits, 2 to 3 tablespoons butter, melted, 1/3 cup yellow cornmealDirectionsFirst, cook the beef until it becomes pink. Then add beans, corn, soup, milk, onion, chili powder, and salt and boil. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool. Give them biscuits shape and bake for 10 minutes. Read Upset Stomach Remedies: What to eat, drink and avoid Broccoli Beef Braids Ingredients 1 pound of ground beef, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 2 tubes of refrigerated crescent rollsDirectionsFirst, preheat the oven to 350°. Cook the beef with other ingredients until the beef is no longer pink. Make 1 tube of dough into a 12x8-in. rectangle shape. Put 1 tbsp of meat mixture into the shape and pinch ends together. Bake until golden brown. Read How to fight sugar cravings with healthy foods, drinks Asian Beef and Noodles Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef, 2 packages Soy sauce noodles, 2-1/2 cups of water, 2 cups frozen broccoli, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, 2 tablespoons green onion. Directions First, cook beef. Then, take water, vegetables, ginger, noodles, and contents of the remaining, flavoring packet and boil. Cook until noodles are tender. Finally, mix with beef, garnish with onions and serve. Read Cold Remedies: Best, worst drinks to boost immune, fight sickness Spicy Beef & Pepper Stir-Fry Ingredients1 pound beef, 1 tablespoon ginger root, 3 garlic cloves, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1 cup milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon chili sauce, 1/2 teaspoon lime zest, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 large sweet red pepper, 1/2 medium red onion, 1 jalapeno pepper, 4 cups fresh baby spinach, 2 green onions, 2 tablespoons cilantroDirectionsFirst, mix beef with ginger, 2 garlic cloves, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and marinate for 15 minutes. Then, mix well coconut milk, sugar, chili sauce, lime zest, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Next, cook beef for 2-3 minutes. Then, cook the other ingredients and mix them with the beef. Garnish and serve.  Read Natural Collagen-Rich Foods for Healthy Joints, Skin, Hair Beef Kushiyaki Ingredients1 clove garlic, ⅓ cup soy sauce, ⅛ teaspoon monosodium glutamate, ⅓ cup white sugar, 1 pound beef,3 green onions, bamboo skewersDirectionsFirst, mix all ingredients and marinate for 30 minutes. Soak bamboo skewers in water. Preheat the oven and roll a slice of thin beef around a piece of green onion; skewer the roll with 2 bamboo skewers, and place about 1/2 inch apart. Repeat with remaining beef. Read 10 Special Beef Recipes for Eid-ul-Adha Homemade Beef Jerky Ingredients¾ cup Worcestershire sauce, ¾ cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 teaspoons black pepper, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, one teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 2 pounds beef DirectionsFirst, mix the ingredients in a large bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 3 hours. Put beef on paper towels to dry and bake in the preheated oven to 175 degrees.  Read Special Mutton Recipes for Eid-ul-Adha Conclusion So far, we have discussed 10 delectable beef snacks recipes to prepare at home. You can customize the ingredients depending on personal taste. However, too much consumption of beef snack items can cause health issues.  

Muslims around the world observe holy Eid-ul-Adha after Hajj every year on the 10th of Dhu al-Hajj. Many Muslims sacrifice cows on the Qurban Eid in the name of Allah. When an adequate amount of beef is available in your fridge, you can try diverse cuisines and recipes to treat your adorable family members and guests. The protein contained in beef helps muscle growth and niacin, riboflavin, and vitamins B6 and B12. Consumption of beef can improve immunity, healing, blood health, and muscle function. It also helps reduce tiredness and fatigue. Let’s check out the 10 best Beef recipes for Eid-ul-Adha to try at home.  10 Yummy Beef Recipes for the Holy Eid-ul-Azha  Tikka Boti  Ingredients Beef 500 gm (boneless), Ginger garlic paste 2 tsp, Red chili powder 1 tsp, Turmeric powder ½ tsp, Cumin seeds powder ¼ tsp, Salt to taste, oil, Yogurt 2/3 cup Method First, take a large bowl and put all ingredients together. Then, mix well and let marinate for 2 hours. Preheat the oven and bake for 15 mins until beef is tender and charred from the edges.  Read Yummy Bengali Seafood Recipes to Try at Home Shami Kabab  Ingredients boneless beef 1 kg, channa daal 1/2 cup, dried red chilies whole 10, medium onion 1, ginger 1” piece, garlic 6 cloves Method First, take all ingredients except the garnishing ones with beef cubes and boil. Boil until the meat becomes tender and the water dries. Then, grind it finely. After that, add the garnishing ingredients and make flat rounds or other shapes as you prefer. Scrabble eggs into a bowl. Take a pan and put oil on it. Now dip the kabab shapes into eggs and fry in hot oil until they turn brown. Garnish and serve hot. Read Rainy Day Homemade Snacks Ideas, Recipes to Enjoy with Family Easy Keema Naan  Ingredients Naan dough ingredients: 1 packet yeast, one cup milk, 1 tbsp oil, one tsp salt, 1 tbsp sugar, 4 tbsp yogurt, 1 egg, 700g flour Keema Stuffing ingredients: 750g beef, 1 onion, 8 cloves garlic, 3 tsp coriander powder, 1.25tsp black pepper, 1 tsp ginger powder, Melted butter Method First, prepare the Naan with the given ingredients. Then, make the keema filling. For assembling, divide the Naan dough into 5-6 pieces and fill it with keema. Fry with melted butter and serve hot! Read How to fight sugar cravings with healthy foods, drinks Beef Liver Recipe Ingredients Oil ¾ cups, Onion 2 medium, Ginger garlic paste 2 tbsp, Red chili powder 3 tsp, Turmeric 1 tsp, Beef liver 1 kg, Dry coriander 1 ½ tsp, Cumin 1 ½ tsp (crushed), Tomato 2 (chopped), Yogurt ¾ cup, Salt to taste Method First, fry onion and ginger garlic paste until it has an aroma. Then add liver pieces, red chili powder, turmeric, fenugreek seeds, dry coriander, and cumin. Cook for 5-6 mins covering the pan. Add tomato and yogurt and cook until water dries and the liver becomes soft. Add salt and cook for some time. Finally, garnish and serve. Read Natural Collagen-Rich Foods for Healthy Joints, Skin, Hair Beef Mughlai Recipe  Ingredients 900g Beef, 3 tbsp Oil, 1 & 1/2 cup Onion, Salt to taste, 2 tbsp Pistachio, 2 tbsp Cashew nuts, 2 tbsp Almonds (soaked), 1 tbsp Ginger garlic paste, 1 tbsp White pepper powder, 1/2 Coriander powder, 1/2 tsp Cumin powder, 1/2 cup Cream, 1 & 1/2 cup Milk, 1 tsp Cumin seeds, 2 tbsp Cream Method First, make a paste with pistachio, cashew nuts, almonds, and milk. Then boil two cups of water with onion, cumin seeds, and green chilies. Now, make a paste with mixed boiled onion mixture, nut paste, and cream. Mix everything with the beef and cook for 5 minutes. Add water and cook on low flame for 30 to 35 minutes to make the beef tender. Read 10 Delicious Bangladeshi Dishes With No Onion and No Garlic Yakhni Pulao  Ingredients Yakhni (Stock) Ingredients: 1 lb beef cubes, 6 garlic cloves, 1 tsp whole black pepper, ½ tsp cloves, 2 tbsp saunf, 2 tbsp whole coriander seeds Rice ingredients: 3 cups rice, 1-inch cinnamon stick, 2-3 cloves, ½ tsp cumin seeds, 1 onion, 1 tsp ginger paste, 1 ½ tsp garlic paste, 4-5 Green Chillies, ½ tsp coriander powder, ½ tsp red chili powder, salt (1 tsp + 2 ½ tsp), Oil  Method First, combine all the yakhni ingredients with 4 cups of water and cook for 18-20 mins. Then prepare the pulao using all the given ingredients. Finally, assemble with Yakhni stock well and serve. Read Yummy Milkshake Ideas, Recipes to Try at Home Beef Leg Shank Recipe Ingredients 1 kg Beef Shank, 1 cup oil, 1 tsp garam masala powder, ½ cup yogurt, 3 tsp ginger garlic paste, ginger: 5 tablespoons, 1/2 cup finely chopped fried Onions,  lemon as required, 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, 1 tbsp whole garam masala, green chilies, 1 packet paya masala.  Method First, cook beef shank for several hours with water, whole garam masala, and chopped ginger. When the meat is almost cooked, keep it aside. Now, take another pan, put oil. Next, heat the oil and put the ginger garlic paste, yogurt, and Paya Masala. Then, fry for several minutes. After that, pour the mix onto the previously cooked meat. Add onions too. Now cook on low heat for half an hour. Finally, garnish and serve! Read Upset Stomach Remedies: What to eat, drink and avoid Beef Bihari Boti Ingredients Beef half kg, salt to taste, Haldi powder 1 tsp, Kaali mirch powder 1 tsp, Garam masala powder 1 pinch, Kaila 1, Oil 3 tbsps, Hari Mirch on paste 2 tbsps, Papeete paste 4 tbsps, KOila 1, Dahi half cup, Meat tenderizing powder 1 tsp Method First, mix beef and Papeete paste and marinate for the whole night. Then cook along with other ingredients for 1 hour.  Finally, it is ready to serve. Read Healthy, Delicious Mango Recipes to Try this Summer Beef Chops Ingredients Beef Chops 1 kg, White Cumin 1 tsp, White Vinegar 2 tbsp, Ginger Garlic 1 1/2 tbsp, Oil 1 cup, Green Chili 3 chopped, Red Chili 1 tbsp, milled, Black Pepper 1 tsp, chopped, Lemon 3, Salt as per taste, Coriander 1/2 bunch, for garnishing Method First, wash the beef chops and boil with all spices and water. When water gets dry, take away the chops and let them dry. Now, fry the chops until they become brown. When all chops are fried, put lemon juice and green Spices on top and put on the pan for 10 minutes. Read Healthy Salad Ideas with Recipes to Try at Home Cheesy One Pan Mince Pasta Ingredients 1 Tablespoon olive oil, ½ onion, 2 cloves garlic, 500 grams beef mince, ¼ cup tomato paste, 1 ½ cups beef stock, 2 cups dried penne pasta, ½ cup grated mozzarella cheese (or any other cheese) Method First, cook beef and then add tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef stock, and stir to combine. Finally, add cooked pasta and serve garnishing with melted cheese.  Read Yummy Bengali Seafood Recipes to Try at Home

Prices of beef and all kinds of chicken have shot up  in the capital's kitchen markets  ahead of Eid-ul -Fitr with the rise in demand. The price of beef has increased by Tk 30 to Tk 50  to Tk 700-750 per kg while prices of all kinds of chicken went up by Tk 20 to Tk 30 per kg in the capital on Sunday. Visiting  kitchen markets in different areas   including Khilgaon, Malibag, Shantinagar, Rampura Basabo, the UNB correspondent found  that the traders are selling beef at Tk 700 (average) per kg to Tk 750 (premier quality) per kg. Also read: Govt doing its best to rein in prices of essential commodities: PM Beef  is selling  at Tk 750 per kg at meat shops in Mugda area though the list shows the price at Tk700 per kg.Traders said  from the first to the 26th of Ramadan, the rate was Tk 650 to Tk 680 per kg and from Friday beef is being sold at Tk700 per kg due to rise in demand during Eid like the previous years. Besides,  high cattle prices  and their high carrying costs have pushed up beef prices ,  they said. Yaqub, a resident of Shantinagar ,who came to the market to buy beef said that the price goes up every day. Also read: Beef, mutton prices go up in Sylhet "At the beginning of Ramadan I bought one kg of beef at Tk 650. I bought it today (Sunday) at Tk750. We have nothing to say,” he said. Besides, the price of broiler chicken has gone up. Sohag, a chicken trader at Kaptan Bazar, said  he sold broiler chicken at Tk 170 per kg on  Saturday which is Tk 190 per kg today. “I sold it at Tk 160 per kg a week ago. Sonali and layer chicken prices have also increased. Today (Sunday)  Sonali (cock) chickens are being sold at Tk350 to Tk360 per kg, which was between Tk 290 to Tk 300 per kg at the beginning of Ramadan.” Layer (red) chicken  is being sold at Tk280 per kg white layer chicken at Tk250 per kg.

Meat traders of Sylhet metropolitan area resumed selling beef and mutton on Monday after suspending it for four days demanding a hike in prices fixed by the local administration. The traders called off the strike after receiving assurances from Sylhet City Corporation (SCC) mayor Ariful Haque CHowdhury on Sunday night that the prices will be fixed again, said Abdul Khalik, general secretary of the Meat Traders Co-operative Association in Sylhet. The traders had suspended their sales from Thursday morning after SCC fixed the prices of beef at Tk 600 per kg and mutton at Tk 850 per kg. Also read: Sale of beef, mutton suspended in Sylhet “The traders were to be fined by conducting mobile courts if they don’t sell meat according to the fixed process. The traders would have hardly got any profit at that price so they decided to suspend the sales,” said Abdul Khalik. Meanwhile, residents of Sylhet city complained the traders were already selling beef at more than Tk 600 before the SCC re-fixed the prices. Also read: Govt to sell milk, egg, meat at subsidised rates in city during Ramadan: Ministry Juned Ahmed Chowdhury, a resident of Shahjalal area said he bought 1 kg of beef at Tk 680 from a trader in the Shahjalal area on Monday.

If you’re not vegan or vegetarian, meat may often be interchangeable with one another. Beef, chicken, and lamb may have different textures and flavors but are all consistent sources of protein. Meat is a staple to many dishes and red meat is one of the most popular of them all. Here is how red meat in particular can jeopardize your health. And, how to eat red meat without harming your health.  What Is Red Meat There are tons of meat on the menu these days, however, common ones such as chicken and fish don’t count! Red meats are your heavier choices such as beef, lamb, veal, etc. These meats are commonly higher in price due to agricultural costs but are more commonly found in fine dining restaurants. Read Top breakfast sandwich recipes to kick off your day deliciously While being coined under the term, these red meats can vary even more in terms of health based on how they are presented. Luncheon meat, sausages, and canned meat are ways to consume red meat at a slightly more affordable price, but at the cost of mass production and being filled with preservatives. The recommended intake for red meat per adult is at 70g or less. Many medical professionals state that meat is one of the smallest quantities for daily consumption. This is because of how robust a serving of red meat can be from a nutritional standpoint. Certain meat that may not count as red meat includes chicken, turkey, duck, goose, and rabbit.  Read: Ketogenic Diet: Know the benefits and risks Health Benefits of Red Meat Before getting into the health risks that come with eating too much red meat, it’s important to know why this type of meat is considered by many as a nutritional powerhouse. The meat is filled with vitamin B-12 and Iron - crucial for the body to produce new red blood cells. Naturally, meat is renowned for its high protein content and this abundance is vital for muscle growth, bone development, and tissue repair.  If you’re interested in a fat-rich diet, red meat is often one of the most important ingredients for any dish. The dish is filled with enough nutrients to substitute carbohydrates with fat and is filling enough to last you a meal without getting bloated. For fitness lovers or those who seek to cut fat fast, red meats can make the experience enjoyable.  Read Sweet Danger of Sugar: know the side effects of consuming too much sugar Red meat is also a rich source of zinc, a nutrient that is often overlooked. Zinc is responsible for reducing the risks of inflammatory diseases and infections within the body. It is a safeguard that doesn’t require much to start working. Among your meat options, sirloin steak tends to be the richest source of zinc.  Risks of Red Meat Consumption Hygiene While meat can be quite interchangeable with its benefits, red meat has gotten quite a bit of attention recently for the health risks when consuming in excess. Firstly, dangerous bacteria are more prevalent in red meat than other types. Many often like their meat either rare or medium-rare, which can be a problem if the meat is not cleaned properly. This can cause severe indigestion. Read Health Benefits of Different Types of Nuts Higher Risk of Heart Problems With high amounts of meat, comes a high amount of cholesterol along it. When exercising after consuming so much meat, cholesterol levels that are above average can lead to stroke, heart attacks, and other cardiovascular diseases. While the risk is only heightened when exceeding the recommended intake, it is still important to be mindful of how much red meat you are putting away.  Higher Risk of Cancer This is more true with processed meat over natural cuts, but it is more common than one might think. Processed meats contain carcinogens that are found in cigarettes and alcohol. The survey that discovered this also traced the end result of excess consumption - leading to colon cancer specifically. While this only happens when other nutrition sources are disregarded, it is important to be extra wary of processed meats. Read: Is Red Meat Good or Bad for You? Ways To Moderate Your Red Meat Intake Dedicate One Day Off Red Meat One day of not consuming red meat at all may seem a little tricky at first, but it’s all about finding a replacement to make it seamless. Chicken, fish, and other forms of seafood are equally easy to find and make for certain affordable dishes that will help keep your mind off red meat. Abstaining from it for just a day or two will help its nutrients settle into the body and moderate, without being unnecessary.  Fruits and Vegetables Are Important Meat as a whole may be packed with a plethora of nutrients, it is not well rounded enough to encompass a meal - and a healthy one at that. Fruits and vegetables are still just as critical as ever for their fiber and carbohydrates and should be eaten in much higher quantities than meat in general. Putting emphasis on the two before adding red meat would make for an excellent method to plan to be moderate with your meals.  Read Egg Diet For Weight Loss: Does It Work? Eat Less Although this may sound easy, reducing your quantity of food overall might be tricky if you’re out and about every day. It is a necessary choice as red meat servings are usually stacked with nutrients - even in small amounts. Eating more than you need is a dangerous path of excess. Understanding your body and how much it needs before being functional is a discipline that can make the difference between being healthy and being at risk of diseases.

Meat is a high quality non-vegetarian food that contains many important vitamins and minerals like Zinc, Iron, Magnesium, Selenium, Phosphorus, etc. Moreover, meat has been an important component of the diet for centuries. However, the meat may become inedible due to several factors such as chemical or enzymatic composition, outside moisture, light, heat, germs, oxygen, etc. These can also create infection of microorganisms like bacteria, mold, which increases the risk of developing various food borne diseases. Read this article to know the ways how to preserve the meat properly to last longer, remain fresh, healthy, and suitable for eating in a bactericidal state. The Main Purpose of Preserving Meat The purpose of preservation depends on individuals. However, the following are the top reasons to preserve meat. - Keep the taste and quality of the meat as intact as possible. - Keep the meat sterile. - To prevent rotting of meat. - Reducing financial losses by controlling the transmission of food-borne diseases by meat People have been using various techniques to preserve meat at home and commercially since ancient times, which has now become more advanced, simpler, and more up-to-date. Let's talk about the ways to preserve meat (beef/mutton) for a long time. Read Is Red Meat Good or Bad for You? Ways to Preserve Fresh Beef or Mutton in Refrigerator/Freezer In food science, meat is included in the list of highly perishable foods. This means that if not stored properly, the meat will spoil very quickly. If the animal is left outside for a long time after slaughtering, the meat becomes very soft. This destroys both the taste and nutritional value of the meat. So, the meat should be stored in the fridge as soon as possible. However, the fridge must be thoroughly cleaned before putting the meat in the fridge. If the fridge is unclean, the meat may smell bad. Or, if you put it with any other smelly food, the stench can come from the meat. Read: Getting ready for Qurbani Also, there are things to keep in mind- - First of all, you have to clean the fridge/ freezer well. Keeping the fridge clean is very important for storing meat for a long time. The fridge is more likely to smell because of previous fish and meat. - The blood from the meat must be thoroughly washed and cleaned before storing it. After washing, it should be kept in a big basket to drain excess water. After the water is drained from the meat, keep it in a polythene or plastic packet and keep it in the fridge by wrapping or closing the packet. - The meat remains hard for three to four hours after the slaughtering. It is better not to keep the meat in the fridge at this time. After this time, if the meat is a little soft, it should be preserved. Read Easy Homemade Drinks to Boost Up Digestion Power Naturally - Keep in mind that the pieces of meat do not get too big. It is better to preserve the meat in small pieces. - Thick and good-quality polythene should be chosen for storage in the fridge. You can even use zip-lock plastic bags. - Each packet of meat can be separated in the fridge with a piece of thick paper in between. Hence, there will be no risk of sticking a packet of meat with other packets. - New and clean packets must be used to preserve the meat. Using old or previously used polythene can cause the smell. - After keeping the meat in the fridge, the temperature should be reduced. The meat will freeze quickly. So, the meat should be stored in the fridge below zero-degree Fahrenheit temperature. Raw meat can be stored for 4-7 days at 40 degrees Fahrenheit. In addition, if you store the meat below zero-degree Fahrenheit temperature, raw beef/mutton will be good for 12 months. Read Necessary Precautions during Qurbani amid Coronavirus Pandemic Since Covid 19 pandemic is going, we have to be careful while storing. However, there is no evidence that people can contact Covid 19 from food or even food packing. But, for safety, washing the refrigerator or freezer is enough.