• Contact
FavoritesLogin

Language

Cart

Your cart is empty

Article: A meat professional will teach you how to enjoy different types of steak and different cuts!

PrevNext

A meat professional will teach you how to enjoy different types of steak and different cuts!

A meat professional will teach you how to enjoy different types of steak and different cuts!

There are many types of steaks, but the classic is beef steak

There are many different types of steaks, from crispy chicken steak with a fragrant skin, to juicy pork steak with a sweet, fatty taste, and the classic beef steak. Among them, beef steak is in a class of its own, with each steak having its own unique characteristics depending on the cut, ingredients used, and cooking method. Here, we will introduce recommended cuts of beef to eat as steak, as well as delicious cooking methods for each cut.

These are the cuts you should try in your steak! Introducing the best beef steak cuts

Beef steak is a feast that brings a smile to anyone's face, regardless of age or gender. However, there are more than 10 different cuts of beef, and we often hear people ask, "Which cut should I choose for my steak?"

Although it depends on the individual's preference, any cut of beef is delicious when used for steak. However, of course, there are cuts that are best suited for steak. The three cuts that the experts at The Meat Guy, a meat specialist, particularly recommend are ribeye, fillet, and sirloin!

  • Ribeye

    Ribeye

    Juicy, flavorful, and richly fatty, this is the classic cut for beef steaks. Even young cattle have excellent, fine-grained meat quality, and when properly fattened, it develops beautiful marbled flesh.

  • fin

    fin

    If you like red meat, you can't go wrong with tenderloin! Tenderloin is a precious cut, accounting for only about 3% of a cow, and although it contains very little fat, it is the most tender of all cuts of beef. Chateaubriand, which has become popular in recent years, is also a type of tenderloin.

  • sirloin

    sirloin

    This cut combines the concentrated flavor of lean meat with the juiciness of fat. "Sirloin steak" is the most representative beef steak. When ordering at a restaurant, you will always be asked how you would like it cooked, which is proof of the excellent quality of the meat that can be cooked in any way.

Recommended recipes by steak cut

We'll introduce you to some delicious steak recipes for each cut of meat: ribeye, fillet, and sirloin. Be sure to try them all!

The luxurious combination is irresistible
Rossini-style steak

Rossini-style steak

The fillet is lean and has a strong red meat flavor, and pairs perfectly with the rich, creamy foie gras.

<Ingredients> (for 1 person)
<How to make>
  1. 1. Coat the beef tenderloin in olive oil. Rub in "Steak Spice " (or salt and pepper). Rub in "Steak Spice" (or salt and pepper).
  2. 2. Grill the seasoned beef tenderloin on both sides over medium heat for a few minutes, then adjust to your desired doneness (we recommend medium rare! If you have a meat thermometer, keep the center of the meat at around 60°C). Finally, cover with a lid and grill the surface for 10 seconds at a time over high heat for a juicy finish. Rossini-style steak
  3. 3. Put the balsamic vinegar and honey in a saucepan and heat over high heat until the alcohol evaporates. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer until thickened. You can also add sliced ​​mushrooms if you like.
  4. 4. Lightly sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the thawed foie gras and fry it in a frying pan over medium heat. Be careful not to use too much heat as it may burn! Rossini-style steak
  5. 5. Place the foie gras on top of the cooked steak and pour the sauce over it. Garnish with asparagus, blueberries, green peas, lemon, etc. to taste.

It's sure to become a staple in our home!
"Simply seasoned beef steak"

Simply seasoned beef steak

For a simply seasoned beef steak, sirloin or ribeye are ideal, as they allow you to enjoy the flavor and juiciness of beef.

<Ingredients> (for 1 person)
  • Beef sirloin or rib roast⋯⋯about 200g
  • Olive oil⋯⋯1 to 2 teaspoons
  • Meat Guy's " "Steak spice " (or salt and pepper)...to taste
<How to make>
  1. 1. Thaw the beef thoroughly in the refrigerator, then return it to room temperature. Wipe off the surface moisture with kitchen paper and mix with olive oil. Rub in "steak spice " (or salt and pepper). Simply seasoned beef steak
  2. 2. Add olive oil to a frying pan and heat over low to medium heat. Add the beef from step 1 and cook thoroughly on both sides (if the meat is thick, cook all sides). Once cooked to your liking, finish by cooking each side over high heat for 10 seconds each. Simply seasoned beef steak
  3. 3. Place on a pre-heated plate and let rest for about 5 minutes to allow the meat to cook through with the residual heat. (If you have a meat thermometer, check that the center of the meat is at least 63°C when resting.) Simply seasoned beef steak

We've introduced delicious steaks from each cut, but the cooking methods are not difficult. With a few tips and a way to take advantage of the characteristics of each cut, you should be able to enjoy the full potential of meat.
Please try enjoying steak at home!

Products used in this recipe

  • Thick-cut grass-fed beef tenderloin/fillet steak

  • Hungarian foie gras slices

  • Meat Guy Original Steak Spice Mix

The Meat Guy's Recommended Products

  • Grass-fed beef sirloin steak

  • Grass-fed beef ribeye steak

  • Grass-fed beef rump steak

  • USDA Choice American Beef Extra Large Ribeye Steak