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Jun 19, 2009
Lean and Great Tasting Beef Cuts
Beef is an excellent source of quality, complete protein, and high in B-Vitamins, Iron and Zinc. While several cuts of beef do have the reputation of being high in saturated fat, here are some great tasting lean cuts of beef to try.
For a listing of 5 of best, read Five Great Lean Beef Cuts for Healthy Cooking: Lean Selections and Best Ways to Prepare Them for Maximum Tenderness.
- Top Round Steak:
Best methods for cooking are grilling, broiling and pan-frying.
- Top Sirloin Steak:
Top sirloin steaks are great broiled and grilled. They are often pan-fried, also.
- Bottom Round Roast:
These are great braised. They are used in the same way as Eye Round Roasts.
- Chuck Shoulder (Pot Roast):
Best methods are brasing this roast until it is tender. When looking for a pot roast, this is a great one to look for.
- Strip Steaks:
Best methods for cooking are grilling, broiling and pan-frying.
- Flank Steaks:
Often marinated prior to cooking, this cut is great both grilled and broiled. Cut accross the grain to ensure that each bite is tender.
- Tri Tip Roast:
Great choice for roasting and barbecuing. Can withstand higher heats without loss to tenderness.
- Eye Round Roast:
Often overlooked, this cut is great when braised. It can also be roasted in the oven.
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