Everything About The 3 Most Popular Wagyu Beef Cuts
A5 Wagyu has long held a reputation for its great taste and impeccable quality. With its renowned smooth texture and rich flavour, this special steak has found itself topping menus in restaurants all over the world. As a result, Wagyu beef finds itself a strong contender in deciding the gold standard for quality steaks.
As steaks come in many choice cuts, it can be confusing to know exactly what you’re supposed to be enjoying in a cut! A5 Wagyu is no exception, with different marbling and textures suited for a variety of mouth-watering dishes. Read on to find out about the most popular Wagyu beef cuts, and the reasons behind their well-deserved renown!
Fillet Mignon
One of the most expensive cuts of beef, fillet mignon is cut from the tenderloin of the cow, giving it a tender and sweet flavour. Coupled with the signature marbling of Wagyu beef, this cut takes on even more of a rich and buttery flavour than usual. Usually seasoned with salt and pepper and pan-seared before serving, this cut is prized for its melt-in-your-mouth flavour and texture.
Wagyu fillet mignon is less of a dish, and more of an experience with the sheer amount of texture and flavour that very few other steaks can match. It’s a definite must-try for any steak connoisseur!
Strip steaks
Cut from the short loin of the cow, a strip steak has a balanced fat content that provides a seamless mix of texture and flavour. Usually served without the bone, this particular cut is often grilled in strips, or pan-fried at a high temperature.
As one of the best cuts of Wagyu beef, the marbling within the muscle serves to amplify the appeal of consuming strip steaks, often being served with light seasoning in order to allow this cut to shine.
Ribeye
Arguably the most popular cut of steak, ribeye comes from the ribcage of the cow, served either on or off the bone. With a good amount of fat, ribeye offers unparalleled flavour when cooked, making these choice cuts one of the most sought-after steaks that are often lauded as well worth the cost.
Wagyu beef ribeye, as expected, is well-marbled, taking the best parts about the ribeye steak and making it even better. The combination of flavourful, melting fat and the tenderness of the muscle come together to form an unforgettable experience that takes away any gripes at the asking price!
Conclusion
It can be agreed upon that Wagyu beef amplifies the best of regular beef to provide new dimensions of decadence never thought possible. Although pricey, Wagyu beef has actually become much more accessible in recent years, thanks to new breeding and rearing techniques becoming available worldwide.
For those looking to cop a taste of Wagyu beef at an affordable price, OMI Wagyu is a Canberra City Japanese restaurant offering a wide selection of Wagyu beef dishes for both eager first-timers and sceptical connoisseurs. As one of the best eating places in town for a great meal, OMI Wagyu offers other popular Japanese delights such as Tonkotsu Ramen, Teriyaki Salmon Udon and Wasabi Mayo Fries, alongside their signature Wagyu beef don.
So what are you waiting for? Pay a visit to OMI Wagyu today!