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How to Shred Meat (4 Fast & Easy Tricks)

June 13, 2016 By Heidi Leave a Comment

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Look like a pro with these fun new tricks for How to Shred Meat.  Here are my four favorite techniques…

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How to Shred Meat

Have you come across a recipe calling for shredded meat?

You’ll love these 4 fast easy tricks for How to Shred Meat!  These simple little tricks are perfect for cutting down on time in the kitchen and quickly shredding chicken or pulling pork!

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Is it Easier to Shred Meat Hot or Cold?

When it comes to shredding meat, you’ll find it MUCH easier to shred meat when it is hot.

How to Shred Meat with Two Forks

This is the old classic… using two forks face down while pulling the meat apart is a tried and true shredding method.

However, if you’re looking for something quite a bit faster, just keep on reading for some crazy tricks that work like a charm!

How to Shred Meat - 4 Easy Tricks from TheFrugalGirls.com

How to Shred Meat with Bear Paws Meat Claws

They don’t call these bear paws for nothing! 😉

Meat claws are perfect for easily shredding chicken, and quickly pulling pork!  For more information on this nifty kitchen tool, search “Bear Paws” online!

The concept is similar to the fork method, but you’ll get the job done a lot quicker.

How to Shred Meat with Potato Mashers

I know, I know… it sounds a bit crazy, but you can put your Potato Masher to use to shred up that chicken and pork, too!

Once it’s cooked and all soft, a sturdy masher can get the job done!  It just might not be as pretty as the other methods, but yes… it does work. 😉

How to Shred Meat with Kitchenaid Mixer

Now are you ready for the BEST trick ever??

Did you know you can actually use your stand mixer to shred meat?  It’s true!

Using your Kitchenaid Mixer is probably the fastest and easiest way to shred meat!

Simply place meat cooked meat in your mixing bowl, attach your Flat Beater Paddle, lock lever, and turn to medium speed for approx. 30 seconds, or until meat has shredded.

Kitchenaid Shred Meat

Wasn’t that EASY?

Shred Meat with Mixer

Now it’s time to go put your Shredded Meat Skills to work and try out some new delicious recipes!

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So have you tried any of these methods for Shredding Meat yet?

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Hi, I'm Heidi... I'm so glad you're here! I'm the Frugal Girl living here in sunny AZ with my hubby, and love sharing Easy Recipes & Frugal Living Tips!
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