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Beef Shoulder

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Beef Shoulder

Sourcing & Taxonomy

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

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Definition

A versatile cut from the chuck primal, including cuts like chuck roast, known for its rich beefy flavor and suitability for slow cooking or braising.

Sensory Profile

TasteUmami, Beefy, Rich
TextureTough (raw), Fibrous, Tender (when slow cooked), Juicy
AromaMeaty, Cooked beef
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g
Calories190 kcal
Total Fat8 g
Saturated Fat3 g
Trans Fat0.4 g
Cholesterol70 mg
Protein28 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium10 mg
Iron2.6 mg
Potassium360 mg

Chef’s Secret

Searing beef shoulder deeply on all sides before slow cooking creates a flavorful crust and locks in moisture, significantly enhancing the final dish.

Substitutions

Best Match

Beef Chuck Roast

1:1

Essentially the same cut, excellent for braising, stewing, or pot roasts.

Beef Blade Steak

1:1

Another chuck cut, good for slow cooking, similar flavor and texture potential.

Beef Round (Bottom Round)

1:1

Leaner, but can be slow-cooked or braised for similar applications, less gelatinous.

Pork Shoulder (Boston Butt)

1:1

For a non-beef, slow-cooked shredded meat option, different flavor profile.

Buying Guide

Look for cuts with good marbling and a deep red color. May be sold as "chuck roast" or "pot roast."

Flavor Pairings

Root vegetables red wine garlic onions bay leaf thyme mushrooms.