Finding the Right Natural Angus Beef Cut
The cut and quality of the beef serve as the foundation for the ideal steak dinner. Natural Angus ribeye, New York strip, and Filet Mignon are popular cuts of beef that are easy to prepare at home. These steaks can be prepared in a variety of ways, including on the grill, in the oven, or even sous vide if you’re feeling particularly daring. Each cut has a distinctive amount of marbling, and the flavor varies slightly depending on the region of the cattle from which it was sourced.
Generally speaking, a Ribeye Steak is a larger cut than a Filet Mignon and offers exceptionally high amounts of marbling. Despite being frequently leaner than ribeye steaks, New York Strips still have tenderness, especially when grilled. The Filet Mignon is distinguished by its tenderness and is a more delicate cut compared to the others. Learn more about the best ways to prepare these and other common beef cuts.
Look for USDA Prime or Choice Natural Angus beef at your neighborhood grocery store or butcher shop once you’ve decided on the cut you want to prepare. USDA Prime and Choice beef cuts are flavorful and excellent options for your next steak dinner because they have high levels of marbling, which are intramuscular flecks of fat that make the meat more tender. Additionally, choosing natural beef with verifiable Angus genetics ensures that you will receive a tender, healthy choice that you can feel good about consuming.
How to Prepare Natural Angus Steak
You can easily prepare a steak in under 20 minutes with a few simple tips and tricks, as you don’t need any special seasonings or marinades to bring out the full flavor of your steak. In actuality, adding salt and pepper is all that’s necessary to fully appreciate the beefy flavors. The steak can then be quickly seared in a stovetop skillet and baked at 375° until it is done to your liking. This method can be used for other foods as well, and it works well for ribeye steaks.
See our video below for a brief explanation of the procedure.
When it comes to preferred levels of steak doneness, each person has their own preferences. The simplest way to prevent over or undercooking is to use a meat thermometer. For the best flavor and food safety, we advise cooking to at least 145°, which typically takes 10-15 minutes. Transfer the steak to the oven and cook it for an additional 4-6 minutes, or until it reaches the desired temperature, after searing it for 3 minutes on each side.
Serve and Dig in!
Check out our video below for how to cut steak against the grain for an even more mouthwatering experience when you’re ready to eat.
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How to cook Angus steak!
FAQ
What is the best way to cook Angus meat?
For the best flavor and food safety, we advise cooking to at least 145°, which typically takes 10-15 minutes. Transfer the steak to the oven and cook it for an additional 4-6 minutes, or until it reaches the desired temperature, after searing it for 3 minutes on each side.
How to make angus steak tender?
Salt the steaks liberally just before cooking, making sure to salt the sides of the steaks as well. Heat the pan. For approximately 10 minutes, heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet on high; once heated, the pan should start to smoke slightly. Cook the steaks.