The Guide to Steak
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What Is a Steak?
Where Steak Comes From: Prime Areas on a Cow
<h4>Ribeye</h4>
<h4>New York Strip</h4>
<h4>Porterhouse</h4>
<h4>Filet Mignon (Tenderloin)</h4>
<h4>Flank Steak</h4>
<h4>Skirt Steak (Shirt Steak)</h4>
Why Are Some Steaks More Expensive?
Tips for Cooking Steak at Home
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A beautifully cooked beef steak is more than just a meal—it’s an experience. Whether you’re enjoying a luxe steakhouse dinner or planning a weekend BBQ, steak is the centrepiece that impresses. But with so many types of steak out there, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. In this guide, we explore what steak is, the most popular cuts, how to choose the right steak for the job, and why some steaks are more expensive than others.
What Is a Steak?
At its simplest, a steak is a slice of meat cut from the muscle of a cow, typically sliced perpendicular to the grain for tenderness. While thick cuts of veggies like mushroom or broccolini can be grilled and presented with "steaks," this guide focuses on beef steak—the most iconic and widely loved type.Where Steak Comes From: Prime Areas on a Cow
Steaks come from various prime parts on a cow, typically from muscles that don’t get much exercise. These areas produce cuts that are tender, rich in flavour, and often streaked with marbling (the intramuscular fat that gives steak its juiciness and buttery texture). Let’s break down some of the most popular types of steak:* What it is: Cut from the rib section, between ribs 6–12
* Texture & taste: Highly marbled and incredibly juicy with a rich, beefy flavour
* Why people love it: The marbling melts as it cooks, keeping the steak tender and full of flavour
* Best cooked: Medium-rare to medium for best fat rendering
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