Why Vinegar Is Key To Defrosting Meat In A Pinch - Chowhound

Garna Zarina/Shutterstock Defrosting meat can take hours, testing your patience. If you're wondering how long it takes to thaw frozen meat in the fridge, the average rate is 24 hours per 5 pounds. And even though you might briefly consider leaving your meat at room temperature on your kitchen's countertop, that's actually the worst way to thaw food. This is because leaving meat out for more than an hour promotes…