Does Meat Need To Be Thawed Before Marinating. All other cuts of beef can be refrigerated safely for 3 to 5 additional days before cooking. Should you thaw chicken before marinating?

While you can safely cook large frozen roasts or whole turkeys, it's best to thaw them first because the outside of the meat might dry out and become overcooked before the inside cooks completely. Once the raw ground beef thaws, it will be safe in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days. However, to get the best results, you have to ensure you thaw the frozen meat properly to allow good penetration and get the meat juicy and delicious.