When you’re making burgers, should you go for ground beef or ground brisket?
Brisket is less commonly used.
But if you’re looking to up your burger game, ground brisket might just be for you.
We’re here to compare the two so you can decide which type of meat is best for you.
Have a read of the guide below to find out which makes the perfect burger; ground beef or ground brisket.
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Ground Beef
Ground Beef is often from ground chuck, sirloin, or round but can ultimately come from any part of the cow.
Occasionally, there could be a bit of brisket in the ground beef.
It is very difficult to tell if this is the case, ground beef is a very generic label.
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Texture of Ground Beef
Texture-wise, a piece of ground beef has more connective tissue.
This makes the pieces of meat tougher to chew than brisket.
The texture of ground beef can also vary because it can be made up of a blend of meats.
Flavor of Ground Beef
If you’re cooking with ground beef you will probably need to add some seasoning, spices or sauce.
Ground beef lacks the juicy flavor of brisket and you may find it a bit bland.
But, ground beef goes well with a range of different sauces and dishes which will give it an improved flavor.
Cooking Ground Beef
Ground beef is a very versatile ingredient.
It can be used in a variety of dishes like burgers, pasta, casseroles, tacos etc.
Ground beef also cooks quickly and is a relatively low fuss option.
Nutritional Value of Ground Beef
Ground beef is pretty healthy.
It is high in protein and low in carbohydrates.
If you go for lean ground beef it will have a slightly lower fat content than other options.
Price of Ground Beef
Ground beef is one of the most common types of meat and is highly affordable.
If you’re after the budget option then ground beef is definitely the way to go.
Prices will differ depending on where you go, but for high-quality beef, head to your local butcher.
Ground Brisket
Ground brisket is a type of ground beef, except that it is entirely made up of meat from the brisket.
More often than not, ground brisket will come from the pointed end of the brisket.
This is because this cut is extra juicy and full of flavor.
Texture of Ground Brisket
The texture of ground beef brisket will be a coarser grind than ground beef.
Because of its coarse grind, it goes really well with stews and sauces.
If you’re a keen burger enthusiast you can also grind your own brisket with a meat grinder or food processor.
Flavor of Ground Brisket
If you’re after tons of flavor then brisket is the way to go.
The burger juice from the brisket gives a more beefy flavor than regular ground beef.
This is because of the high percentage of fat and connective tissue in the brisket.
Cooking Ground Brisket
Traditionally brisket is used for slower cooking dishes.
Therefore, beef brisket burgers have a longer cooking method compared to ground beef burgers.
When in doubt, use an instant-read meat thermometer to check whether your burgers are ready.
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Nutritional Value of Ground Brisket
Nutritionally, both ground beef and ground brisket are pretty similar.
Ground brisket is also high in protein, low in carbs and has a similar calorie count.
However, brisket has more fat than ground beef, which is leaner meat.
Price of Ground Brisket
If the meat is entirely made of brisket then it will be more expensive than ground beef.
This is because ground brisket isn’t as widely available and you may have to go to a butcher to purchase it.
If you are after more flavorful burgers then spending more on ground brisket is a better investment.
Other Burger Varieties
If ground beef or brisket aren’t you thing, there are other options you can try.
We’ve listed some of them below.
- Dy-Aged Beef Burgers
- Stuffed Pepper Burgers
- Smoked Lamb Burgers
- Wagyu Burgers
- Short Rib Burgers
- Grass-Fed Beef Burgers
Which Make the Better Burgers?
For amazing flavor and a juicier burger, go with ground brisket.
For a cheaper, leaner burger with a lower fat intake, go with ground beef.
At the end of the day, it’s entirely up to personal preference!
Ground beef and ground brisket are both excellent choices when it comes to making an epic burger.
We recommend trying both and seeing which one is your favorite!
Both cuts of beef are very similar in terms of nutrition and the variety of dishes you can make.
But, they differ when it comes to meaty flavor, texture and price.
For an amazing burger try ground beef or ground brisket today!
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