Thaw with Care
Because bacteria can multiply so rapidly in unrefrigerated food, it’s simply unsafe to let food thaw at room temperature. If left unrefrigerated, some organisms can create toxins that will survive the cooking process even if the food is cooked to temperatures that kill the bacteria themselves.
There are three ways to thaw safely: in the refrigerator, in cold water, and in the microwave. If you thaw food in cold water, change the water every half hour to make sure it stays cold. Foods thawed in the microwave must be cooked immediately after thawing.
Adaptado de: https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safefood/refrigerator-thermometers-cold-facts-about-food-safety Acessado em: 28 de abril de 2022.
The text above reveals how to thaw with care