If you are someone that likes the idea of eating a succulent and juicy beef steak, but are never sure which steak to order, then you have come to the right place. This article is going to give you all the information you need about the most popular beef steaks being offered today, and allow you to choose the steak that best suits your personal taste. We are going to discuss the fat content, the flavor and the tenderness of each cut of steak, allowing you to decide which of these 3 qualities you put the most importance on, and therefore which steak will serve you best. The beef steaks…
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Chlorinated Chicken – If It’s Safe, Why Are The UK Saying NO?
With the United Kingdom leaving the European Union, they are looking to strike up trade deals with other nations around the world. One of these nations is the United Sates of America. Part of the discussions have centred around the USA saying that the UK will need to allow imports of chlorinated treated chickens as part of any agreement, however the UK are not keen on allowing these into their supermarkets and grocery stores. Why is the United Kingdom Against Allowing Chlorinated Chicken Into Their Country? In 1997 the UK, and indeed all EU State Members banned the use of chemical washes of poultry, and any chemically washed imports, in…
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Vacuum Sealed Meat Smells Bad When Opened – Is It Safe To Eat?
Much of the meat sold in grocery stores today has been vaccum packed. This not only protects the meat from contaminents, but also provides a longer shelf life to the product. However, upon opening the vacuum sealed meat it can often have an unusual smell. This smell may be absolutely normal, or the meat may be spoiled. Let’s examine how you tell the difference, Why does vacuum sealed meat smell strange once opened? Vacuum packed meat is sealed in a pouch that has had the oxygen removed. The natural juices within the meat can start to discolor and develop a tangy odor during storage. This odor is released when the…
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Beef Cube Steaks Explained – Best Cuts, Preparation & Cooking Tips
Many supermarkets and grocery stores offer great deals on buying beef cube steaks, but people can shy away from buying them due to not knowing what they are, or how to cook them. This article will help clear up any questions you may have regarding cube steaks, and allow you to take advantage of those great deals the next time they come up on offer in your local store or meat market. So what is a Beef Cube Steak? A beef cube steak is usually a tougher cut of beef that has been mechanically tenderized by the butcher to make it less tough and more desireable to eat. Beef Cube…
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Beef Shank / Shin: Try This Cheap & Tasty Cut of Meat
What is a Beef Shank? The Beef Shank comes from the upper leg part of the cow between the knee and hip or shoulder. It is a well used, tougher part of the cow that encases a large marrowbone. It requires long slow cooking in liquid to break down the muscle fibres and become tender. The following video shows how the shank is removed and cut for sale, as well as offering a couple of cooking suggestions. Beef Shank Names Although beef shank is probably one of the most common names for this cut of beef, it can be called other names in different parts of the world. Some of…
