If you’ve followed along with the Chicago Steak Company blog — better known as Steak University — you’ve probably seen some guides on sous vide cooking popular cuts of steak. This guide focuses on a cut that you don’t usually…
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If you’re interested in trying out sous vide cooking with steak, then the strip steak is an excellent cut to try with. It’s a relatively simple cut to cook with just about any method, and a couple of hours in…
A favorite of true steak enthusiasts, T-bone steak is one of the largest cuts of beef. In fact, it actually holds two different types of steak on either side of the bone: the tenderloin and the strip steak. When you…
Known for its massive size — this cut could easily take up your whole plate — porterhouse steak includes a portion of tenderloin and a portion of strip steak. It’s a two-for-one deal that steak enthusiasts can’t get enough of,…
Skirt steak is a long piece of beef cut from just under the cow’s rib section. It’s relatively thin compared to other steaks. Unfortunately, some people quickly write it off as being a tough, chewy piece because of its appearance.…
Tomahawk ribeye is surely a sight to behold on your plate. This eye-catching cut includes the popular ribeye, a steak cut that people love for its delicious taste and tender texture. However, unlike a regular ribeye, the tomahawk ribeye is…
Picanha steak comes from the top of the rump area of the cow, which is why it’s sometimes referred to as a rump cap. This piece of steak has a fat cap that covers its full length and typically stays…
Nutrition might not be the first thing you think of when you’re digging into a big plate of T-bone steak. This steakhouse favorite is huge, beefy, and tasty, making it a menu staple. But if you’re on the path to…
Flat iron steak comes from the chuck area of the cow, right where the shoulder sits. Interestingly, it used to be practically unusable in the steak industry because of how muscular it is. After all, this area of the body…
Strip steak is a primary option on most steakhouse menus, fitting right up there with ribeye, T-bone, and porterhouse. Interesting fact: Strip steak is also included in T-bone and porterhouse steaks, taking up one side of the bone while tenderloin…
It’s hard to resist a delicious, tender, and juice filet mignon. This piece of beef cut from the very best part of the tenderloin is one of the most prized options for people who love upscale steak dishes. It crisps…
A hefty cut of porterhouse steak on your plate is enough to make your mouth start watering immediately. Like most beef, it’s rich in protein, has no carbs, and can be part of a balanced diet. But, digging into detailed…
Not every steak in the meat case gets the same amount of respect. Generally, the lower-priced cuts are overlooked for more prime steaks, like ribeye and New York strip steaks. But, price isn’t everything. When it comes to steak, it’s…
Tacos and fajitas are staple dinner dishes in many American households (who doesn’t love Taco Tuesday?). However, most tacos use the traditional ground beef, while some families like to switch out the primary ingredient with beans, chicken, or — our…
Steak is not cheap to buy, so tossing leftovers seems like a crime. And, really, it should be because there’s no reason to dump uneaten steak in the trash. While many people think that there’s no hope for making leftover…
Have you ever picked up a beef roast — or chicken or pork, for that matter — from the grocery store or a local butcher that’s been tied with string both lengthwise and widthwise? If so, you’ve found a trussed…