Round
This is the upper part of the hind leg, or the rump, and contains the top round, bottom round, eye of round, and sirloin tip. It's lean and super versatile.
Cooking Methods: Broil, Oven Roast, Skillet, Stir Fry
Recipes: Game Day Chili | Black and White Bean Chili | Bacon-Beer Burger | Meatloaf with Roasted Veggies
Sirloin
Near the hip of the cow, this area is split into the top sirloin, ball-tip, and the tri-tip. Versatile and great for a variety of cooking methods, especially grilling!
Cooking Methods: Broil, Grill, Skillet, Smoke, Sous Vide, Stir Fry
Recipes Beef and Mushroom Stir Fry
Short Loin
The short loin is the jackpot for some of the most desirable cuts of steak, including T-bone, porterhouse, strip loin and tenderloin.
Cooking Methods: Broil, Grill, Pan Fry
Recipes: New York Steaks with Blue Cheese | Beef Stroganoff
Rib
One of the most well-known and delicious cuts of beef, famous for Prime Rib and Ribeye steak. Exhibits remarkably tender, marbled, and flavorful qualities.
Cooking Methods: Broil, Grill, Pan Fry
Recipes: Herb Seasoned Rib Roast with Red Wine Pan Sauce | Prime Rib: How to Cook an American Classic
Chuck
This cut comes from the shoulder and is packed with lots of rich flavor. Contains the flat iron. Perfect for pot roast!
Cooking Methods: Broil, Grill, Pan Fry, Pot Roast
Recipes: Classic Beef Pot Roast | Meatloaf with Roasted Veggies | Beef Bourguignon | Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs
Flank
The flank steak is long and lean without much fat, and has a lot of fibers running through it. Soaks up marinade really well. Great for stuffing or rolling, or slice it up for a quick stir-fry. Pro-tip: Cut against the grain for maximum tenderness.
Cooking Methods: Broil, Grill, Pan Fry
Recipes: Balsamic-Marinated Flank Steak | Grilled Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
Plate
The plate is right underneath the ribs, and has a high fat content. This is where ever-popular short ribs come from, as well as skirt steak.
Cooking Methods: Braise, Grill
Recipes: Wine-Braised Short Ribs | Carne Asada with Salsa Ranchera
Fore Shank
The lower part of the front legs, contains the shin and the hock. Because these muscles work so hard, they've built up some strong tendons and muscle tissue, which can be tough at first, but in the end contribute to its rich and dynamic flavor. Great for making superb beef stock.
Cooking Methods: Braise, Slow-Cook
Brisket
Featured in barbecue competitions across the country! Famous for it's sloooow cooking method, the brisket is located along the pectoral of the cow, and when cooked over an extended period of time on low heat, has a nice dense texture that falls apart with ease. Sold as a point, flat, or whole.
Cooking Methods: Grill, Slow-Roast, Smoke
Recipes: Corned Beef and Cabbage
