Steak Cuts

Interview with Dr. Chad Carr

Dr. Carr is an assistant professor at the University of Florida and a meat science extension specialist. Dr. Carr stresses the importance of fat equaling a more flavorful and satisfying eating experience. For more information from Dr. Carr watch the "Mee Your Meat" video.

Meet Your Meat!

When choosing a steak at the grocery store you need to know what you are looking for or you may end up with a steak that you do not really want. Some things to consider are:

• Price
• Cooking style
• Fat content: USDA Prime (contains the most intramuscular fat/marbling), USDA Choice (less marbling than prime), select (less fat than prime and choice). Remember fat=flavor

What cuts are considered extra-lean?

• Sirloin tip side steak
• Top sirloin steak
• Bottom round steak
• Top round steak
• Eye of round steak