Meat Mincers
If you love cooking from scratch, a meat grinder is a brilliant bit of kit. Mincing your own meat gives you full control over texture and coarseness, allowing you to mix different cuts, as well as herbs and spices, for the perfect flavour. It's ideal for creating your own “fakeaway” favourites that taste even better than the real thing.
From sausage and burger-makers to simple meat grinder machines for everyday cooking, our range helps you get hands-on with your food and enjoy fresher, tastier results. Easy to use and even easier to love, there's a meat mincer here to suit every kitchen.
What is a meat grinder?
A meat grinder (sometimes referred to as a mince meater) is a kitchen tool designed to force meat and other ingredients through a series of plates to break them down.
Whether manual or electric, the process is simple. A manual grinder works by turning the handle to rotate the internal screw, which pulls the meat towards a rotating blade and pushes it through a perforated plate. The size of the holes in the plate determines the texture of your mince, from coarse and chunky to fine and delicate. You control the speed entirely, making it great for smaller batches or when you want to take things slowly and get the texture just right.
An electric grinder does the same job automatically. With the press of a button, the motor drives the screw for you, pulling the meat through.
More than just meat
Don't let the name fool you. These versatile gadgets are also brilliant for vegetarians and vegans. You can easily use a mince grinder machine to process chickpeas for falafel, lentils for veggie burgers, or vegetables for homemade relishes.
How to use a meat grinder
Using these machines is easier than it looks, but a few expert tips can ensure smooth operation:
- Season first — For the best distribution of flavour, toss your meat cubes with salt, herbs, and spices before grinding.
- Prep your ingredients — Cut your meat into one to two-inch cubes that fit easily into the feed tube.
- Keep your food cool — This is the golden rule. Chill your meat (and even the grinder parts) in the fridge or freezer for 30 minutes before you start. Cold fat remains solid, preventing the meat from turning to mush and clogging the machine.
- Feed steadily — Turn on your meat grinder machine (or start cranking) and feed the meat through slowly. Use the pusher provided, never your fingers.
What is the best meat grinder for home use?
The answer depends on your cooking habits. A manual grinder is perfect for most households; a great choice if you just want to mince a steak for a special burger night or make small batches whenever the mood strikes. It keeps things simple, compact and easy to store.
An electric grinder is worth considering if you regularly prepare larger quantities, make your own sausages or pet food, or want the extra convenience of letting the machine do the hard work.
You should also think about what you'll be making most often. A general meat grinder is wonderfully versatile, ideal for homemade burgers, Bolognese, chilli, meatballs and all your everyday mince mixes.
If sausages are your main focus, a dedicated sausage maker could be the way to go. But many of our meat mincers also come with a sausage attachment, giving you the flexibility to create your favourite bangers as well as your usual mince.
Browse our range to find your perfect culinary companion, and don't forget to check out our cooking section for the perfect pans to cook your creations in.
