Best Cuts of Steak
Back when the blog first began, we posted a poll so that we would have a good idea of what people really wanted to see and learn about on our blog! Some of those ideas we heard have come to life already, but there are some suggestions that have yet to be showcased, one of those ideas being an in depth write up about what cuts of meat are really the best. Father’s day is coming right up! Read through this blog post to figure out which steak he would like best to cook up on his special day! What’s a better Father’s day gift than some fresh steak to cook up on the grill!? My hope is that by the time you have finished reading this post, you know what steaks are best for your dinner table! Let’s begin!
Tenderloin Filets
Tenderloin Filet steaks would be the most tender cut of beef. Tenderloin filet can also be know as filet mignon. This cut is obviously from the beefs tenderloin, which is an area on the animal that doesn’t get physically strain. The muscle this steak is cut from is not a weight bearing muscle, and contains only a small amount of connective tissues, which is why the steak is so tender. Other areas of the animal that are constantly bearing a lot of weight are not as tender as cuts such as the Tenderloin Filet. Filets are also a part of the Porterhouse steak, the smaller side of meat on a Porterhouse is what we call the Filet. The price of beef tenderloin filets at Miller’s Meat Market is currently $21.99 per pound, or you can purchase 10 pounds of tenderloin for $210! A delicious melt in your mouth steak, perfect for grilling this summer!
Tenderloin Filets
$21.99 per pound as of 6/15/21
Ribeye Steak
Ribeye steaks would be another very popular steak option. Another name you hear for Ribeye is a Delmonico steak, and they are Darrell Miller’s most preferred steak! Delmonico’s are a fairly large steak, but in our store we can cut them to your liking in thickness. This steak is very high-quality and has great marbling, and marbling in meat is important for several reasons. When cooking, marbling adds flavor and juiciness as the fat melts into the steak. The marbling keeps the meat moist, so natural juices don't evaporate in the pan or on the grill. Marbling is fat, so the presence of marbling is determined by the animals diet and genetics. Fat is far more tender than muscle fiber in steak. Ribeye’s are best cooked with dry heat, using methods like grilling or broiling. Our retail store now offers bone in and boneless Ribeye’s. If you come into Miller’s Meat Market for boneless Ribeye steaks you will be charged $19.99 per pound, or $189 for ten pounds!
Ribeye Steaks
$19.99 per pound as of 6/15/21
New York Strip Steak
Another steak to consider for dinner would be the New York Strip. The strip steak is the larger side of meat on the Porterhouse steak. The New York Strip has intense flavor, it is not the most tender but many people love it for it’s good chew and powerful beef flavor. It is a great option for a boneless steak that cooks evenly and quickly. Strip steaks are best when they have distinct fat marbling through the muscles of the beef. Although this cut is less tender than the Ribeye and Filet, it still makes top three! You can purchase New York Strip Steaks at Miller’s Meat Market for $13.49 per pound, or get the bulk price when ordering ten pounds for $129.
New York Strip Steak
$13.49 per pound as of 6/14/21
Sirloin Steak
Sirloin steaks are typically the most affordable steak. They would be considered to be the fourth most tender, it hits right in between the tougher steaks and the best steaks, and is often a go to choice because of its affordability. This is commonly a boneless steak but can be bone-in, and it offers great flavor. While the top sirloin doesn't have as much marbling as a rib eye or New York strip, it certainly has enough to provide good flavor for a steak. They are still great to throw on the grill, and are by far the best option if you are feeding a group or putting dinner on the table for a large family. Miller’s Meat Market sells boneless sirloin steaks for $10.49 per pound, or order enough for the whole family and get ten pounds for $99.00
Sirloin Steaks
$10.49 as of 6/14/21.
Those four steaks are all great in their in own way and for certain things, and they are for sure the top three beef cuts. Another great bone-in option would be T-bone or Porterhouse steaks. Like we stated already, you get the Tenderloin Filet and the New York strip on one steak! Each side of the bone is delicious and great on the grill. But what if you’re not looking to cook steak for the whole family? There are other beef options, such as roasts. If you are looking for a good beef pot roast, Chuck Roast would be the first I’d recommend. Prime Rib roasts are delicious, but can also be pricey so they tend to be popular on holidays or special occasions. Chuck Roasts are affordable, and when cooked low and slow on the stovetop, beef chuck or shoulder roast becomes a fall-apart tender pot roast. This cut requires a slow cook for the best results in flavor. If you are looking for a leaner roast there is always London Broil. A London broil is generally a tough cut of meat, but it has great flavor. If prepared correctly, it becomes a flavorful steak with a nice beefy taste and tender chew. Since it is marinated before being cooked, it will take on the flavors of those ingredients. Currently we sell boneless chuck roasts for $6.19 per pound, and London broils for $6.49 per pound.
So there you go! A short little run down on what cuts of beef you should try! I hope that this write-up was helpful to some of you. This blog post was a little more educational that what our other blogs tend to look like, but we are happy to give you the information you request to hear about! Please understand that the prices listed in this article are the prices as of June 15th, 2021. They are subject to change at any time, if you have questions about meat prices or if you would like to place an order for some steak to grill up give us a call, or you can order online for in store pick up! To reach our retail store call (315) 376-6253 extension 1. While you’re in the store pick up some of our Watson Sand or our Miller’s Jerked Dry Brine to season your steak to perfection! If you don’t live near by, no worries! We also ship our fresh meat, so place an online order to have some delicious steak sent right to your doorstep. We also offer subscription boxes, one of which is specifically a steak box! Go through the process of ordering just once, but get your monthly supply of steak sent to you without any hassle! I hope you consider trying some fresh steaks from Miller’s Meat Market!