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Beef Blade Steak

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Beef Blade Steak

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Bovidae
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Beef

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Definition

A flavorful cut from the chuck primal, known for its intramuscular fat, connective tissue, and tender membrane (the 'blade').

Sensory Profile

TasteUmami, Beefy, Rich
TextureTender (when cooked right), Marbled, Juicy
AromaMeaty, Cooked beef
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g
Calories200 kcal
Total Fat9.5 g
Saturated Fat3.5 g
Trans Fat0.5 g
Cholesterol75 mg
Protein28 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium10 mg
Iron2.5 mg
Potassium350 mg

Chef’s Secret

For a quicker cook, the "flat iron" steak is the blade muscle with the connective tissue removed, making it suitable for grilling.

Substitutions

Best Match

Beef Chuck Steak

1:1

Similar fat marbling, connective tissue, and best for slow cooking methods like braising.

Beef Shin

1:1

Excellent for slow cooking, rich in collagen, becomes very tender. Good for stews.

Beef Shoulder

1:1

A versatile cut, good for braising or roasting. Similar flavor profile.

Pork Shoulder

1:1

For slow-cooked, shreddable meat with good fat content, different flavor profile.

Buying Guide

Look for good marbling (streaks of fat) throughout the meat and a deep red color. Avoid any discolored or dry spots.

Flavor Pairings

Root vegetables red wine herbs (rosemary thyme) garlic onions mushrooms.