3 Kinds Of Beef You Should Know of

There are many kinds of beef out there and different folks prefer different kinds. Check out these three and if you’re thinking of picking out one and trying it, you can order the beef online and it’ll be brought to your door without your having to take hassle. The three kinds mentioned here are Wagyu beef, Angus beef and veal.

Wagyu Beef

Wagyu beef originated from Japan in the 2^nd century. 

It comes from a breed of cattle and is surrounded by lore, mystique and prestige. The meat from Wagyu cattle is well-known for its heavy marbling and producing a high percentage of unsaturated fat. The meat is of excellent quality and the beef is shipped carrying different area names. Some of the names it is known by are Mishima, Sanda, Matsusaka and Kobe beef.

Now for those who’re thinking of preparing a Wagyu steak, it’s really simple. You just need to remove the packaging and keep it out of the fridge for 15-20 minutes to let it come down to the room temperature. Different methods exist for indoor and outdoor cooking with the BBQ plate being the ideal medium to use for outdoor preparation. As for cooking indoors, a titanium coated non-stick pan keeps the steak above the melted marbling fat in the last stages and keeps the steak safe from getting poached up in the fat.

Remember, your pan should be heated high and added salt to before placing your steak on it. Once there, you don’t need to add butter or oil but sprinkle sea salt over the remaining exposed surface of the steak.

Angus Beef

Angus beef comes from a Scottish breed of cattle, formerly called Aberdeen Angus after their place of origin. Producers and consumers love it because they have more meat on their bones than other breeds and a distinctive ‘marbling’. The fat contributes to the flavour and texture and the colors of the meat come in black and red.

Oven cooked angus beef is just remarkable. All you have to do is quite simple. Preheat the oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. Next, season the beef heavily with salt and pepper and place it on a wire rack in a roasting pan with its fat side up. Leave the pan uncovered. Cook for 15 minutes and then remove. Allow it to stand for 15 minutes and you’re done. Serve immediately to enjoy the best. 

Veal

Veal is the meat of young cattle and mostly comes from male calves. Their meat is especially tender due to their immaturity. There are a lot of well-known ways to cook this meat and it can be prepared as a delicate and mild flavoured beef.

There are two basic methods for cooking for veal. The dry heat methods include frying, grilling and roasting and the heat moist heat cooking method includes braising and stewing. Veal has a lower content of fat and fewer calories. 

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Popular Meat Dishes from All over the World

We’re pretty nuts about all things meat here at Master Meats. In this article, you’ll find five different kinds of dishes from different parts of the world that we’d encourage you try or even attempt to cook at some point. Make sure you’re using high quality, premium quality meat in your recipe!

Parisa (South Texas)

The upper Midwest of the US calls this steak taratare "tiger meat" although it’s the same dish as the French original. The South Texan version is of a different colour however. A place where French immigrants s

Ossenworst (The Netherlands)

Dutch cuisine has been shaped somewhat by a traditionally heavy influence on fishing and farming. The Ossenworst was originally made with ox meat as a raw Dutch sausage which is where the name 'Ossen' comes from, as Dutch for oxen. The dish is flavoured nicely with spices like mace, cloves and nutmeg.

Mett (Germany)                                 
                                                   
On average, German people consume around 60 kg of meat in a year. Chicken is most widely consumed however the Germans also leave plenty of space for goose, duck and turkey. Mett is a minced pork spread cooked with flavours of salt, pepper, garlic and caraway/garlic. The traditional way to serve Mett is to shape a lump of the meat like a hedgehog with pretzel sticks or onion rings placed in to form the spiny back.

Koi Soi (Thailand)

Raw cooking is quite popular in many Asian countries, although the exact methods of doing so differs from region to region, country to country. Thailand is well-known for its street food and South-East Asia has its own style when it comes to raw "cooking". Similar to most other Thai dishes, the raw beef Koi Soi has fish sauce, fresh herbs and lime on top. When you've placed an order for a version of Koi Soi thickened with blood or bile, you're going to get what you call a 'larb lu'.

Kibbeh Nayyeh (Lebanon/Middle East)

Lebanese cuisine usually has an abundance of whole grain, starches, vegetables, fresh fish and seafood. Animal fats are consumed sparingly and red meat is very popular in Lebanon and other places of the Middle East. The Kibbeh is a Middle Eastern dish of ground meat, bulgur and minced onions which is usually cooked up into little roast footballs.

ettled in the 1800s. Parisa is a mix of bison, cheddar cheese, mixed onions and pepper.




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5 Different Steak Cuts

The Rib-Eye Steak

The Rib-Eye steak is given different names on plate. Beauty steak, market steak, delmonico steak, spencer steak, scotch filet and Entrecote. The Rib-Eye is cut from the roast that's at the top of the rib primal. A boneless cut is made for the Rib-Eye and if the bone remains then it’s called a Rib steak. The meat is usually rich in fat which is where the distinctive flavour of the beef comes from. The best way to cook it is usually by pan-frying, grilling or boiling.

 

The T-bone and Porterhouse steaks

The T-bone is cut from the short loin. The name T-bone is based on the steak which is usually t-shaped. The T-bone steak and the porterhouse steak are the same with minor differences. The Porterhouse is just a little larger version of the t bone because it is carved from the larger portion of the tenderloin. The best way to cook these are by grilling and broiling. This is because of the irregularly shaped bone where pan-searing is very difficult.

 The Tenderloin Steak

The tenderloin is cut from the central section of the Psoas major muscle, found in the short loin primal of the steer. Its quality of tenderness swears by the name of the steak itself. The best way to cook it is by pan frying or grilling. Since the meat is low in fat compared to the Rib-Eye steak.

The Strip

The Strip is sold in attractive names in different places including Kansas City Strip, New York Strip and Top Sirloin (although it has nothing to do with the Sirloin primal of the steer or the Sirloin Steak). The meat is cut from the Longissimus dorsi muscle, found near the rear end of the steer in the short loin primal. The Strip is moderately tender, well-marbled with a strong beefy flavour (like most other steaks). It varies from the Rib-Eye in containing a low amount of fat. This one's best cooked by pan-frying and broiling.

 

Sirloin Steak

If prepared well, the Sirloing Steak can serve one of life's little pleasures. The whole striploin or sirloin is a primal cut, found beneath the back of the animal between the ribs and the fillet. The name sirloin comes from the French word 'surloine' meaning 'below the loin. This steak cooks really well and is an ideal fit for most diners. They're not too lean, fatty, tough or mild and you don’t have to be a steak aficionado to taste their instant appeal.

There are plenty more cooking methods available for you to choose and enjoy. Regardless of what you're planning to make of your steak, keep in mind that the meat you choose needs to be of premium quality, otherwise all your efforts put into making the steak delicious will become futile. 

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3 Burgers You Must Have

 

Whether you're at a friend's place or hanging out with your mates, good food always makes things more interesting. Burgers are the way to go if you need an easy-to-have, fun and fulfilling item and when you know how to make at least 3 different burgers with quality meat, then you've achieved a bragging right. Below are 3 different burger recipes you might want to take interest in.

The first one's a barbecued burger recipe for 6 servings -

Recipe:

1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup honey
1/3 cup molasses
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1-2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 egg lightly beaten
1/3 cup quick-cooking oats
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
1-2 pounds of premium beef


Firstly, combine the first 10 ingredients, boil, remove the heat and set aside a cup of barbecue sauce to serve with the burgers. Then, combine the egg, oats and the remaining barbecue sauce, onion salt, pepper, garlic salt and salt, crumbling the beef over the mixture. After shaping 6 patties, grill with medium heat and serve with toppings of your choice.



The next one's the bronco burger -

Recipe:

5 fresh jalapeno peppers
4-5 pounds of ground beef
salt and pepper
1 egg
1/4 cup steak sauce
1/4 cup minced white onion
2 teaspoons hot peper sauce
1 pinched dried oregano
2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 cup of crushed corn chips
8 large potato hamburger buns
16 slices of pepperjack cheese


High-heat your grill and roast the jalapeno peppers black on all sides. Place them in a plastic bad to loosen the skin and rub it off. Then, in a large bowl, mix the jalapenos, beef, pepper, egg, steak sauce, onion, oregano, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt and corn ships. Divide into 8 patties. Grill the patties for 10-15 minutes and you're done.


The last one's called an Aussie burger -

Recipe:
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Asian chile paste
1 1/4 pounds of ground beef
4 kaiser rolls
4 pineapple rings
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided
4 large eggs
3/4 cup drained sliced pickled beets

Prepare the grill with medium heat. Combine the ketchup, mayonnaise and chili paste. Mix the beef with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, then form into 4-inch diameter patties. Toast the rolls lightly and pat the pineapply dry, brushing it later with 1/2 tablespoon of oil. Grill the pineapple and burger until the pineapple is tender and the burgers are medium-rare. Heat the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot and then fry the eggs. Spread chile mayonnaise on the rolls and then, assemble the burgers with pineapple, beets, eggs, lettuce and tomato.

Everything has to be of quality, otherwise the real flavours won’t come out. So make sure you get premium quality beef and great hamburger buns along with the other ingredients of good quality. Once you’ve successfully mastered making these three, you’ve attained bragging rights.

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When It Comes To Health, How Does Protein Powder Stack Up Against Natural Beef?

For a lot of bodybuilders and other gym fanatics, protein powder is a must. A lot of people consume it daily and the industry has really taken off in the last 5-10 years, as people of all ages have become obsessed with fitness. The trouble is, it can be very expensive in many cases and it’s questionable whether it’s any substitute for a balanced, natural beef based diet. Often the best option would be to use protein powder as a complement to an already healthy diet. The question is how much of a benefit does it really bring?

 
Unless you're consuming exceptionally low amounts of whey protein, it's a given that you'll probably experience some kind of side-effects. There are plenty of studies, feedback on blogs and forums discussions that support this claim.

Some of the health side effects include potential liver and kidney damage and have even been linked to depression in some cases. Also, it has been seen to cause visual disturbances and is a relevant factor in limiting insulin levels. This is due to the fact that it contains artificial sweeteners, quite different from the sweeteners found in drinks and other produce. The fact that whey protein has a large portion of artificial substances in it should make you think seriously about how it affects your health and whether you can’t get similar benefits naturally in your diet.

A diet based around natural beef and red meat, apart from being independent of the aforementioned artificial substances, is considered more healthy for the majority of people. And when the natural, premium beef is delivered to your door for stunningly low prices, then why let artificial stuff take a toll on your body? Nothing beats a good diet of dishes like lamb cutlets, rib eye steak and sausage rissoles, all of which never fail to tickle the taste buds.

Right after a workout, a whey protein shake is the preferred option for folks looking to get buff, but some grilled lamb chops or some oven roasted dry aged beef will certainly do the trick and provide you with a treat after a hard workout. Ultimately, protein powders and other supplements should be just that as their name suggests – a supplement to a healthy, meat-based diet. They really can’t replace or act as a substitute to healthy eating habits. 

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Shopping For Fresh Meat Online

The phenomenon of online shopping and getting deliveries has been growing at a rapid pace. With the commitments that come with work and family, who has the time to cart a trolley around a grocery store anymore? We have seen a recent trend where households are purchasing more of their foods - including fresh fruit, vegetables and even meat - online.

Large supermarket chains have started to offer this service to compete with online competition, and this has provided numerous benefits for the consumer. Not only does it mean you save precious time, but you can also be assured of the quality and freshness of the fresh foods you have purchased. A good cut of steak can be delivered to your door on a weekly basis without you having to lift a finger.

Is buying beef online a good idea?

Initially, consumers were rightly suspicious about buying products online 10 or so years ago. This was the case not only because of concerns about the legitimacy of such websites, but also due to suspicion about the quality of the products themselves.

This is no longer the case and the rise of online shopping has changed the retail market for good. More and more people are purchasing their meats including beef online, and with all the benefits, it’s not difficult to see why this is the case.

First of all, it is really convenient to buy from an online shop which saves time. People can buy their vegetables and fruits at any time of the day including afterhours. Hence, they do not need to spend extra hours in traffic or in queues. Further, since these shops do not have any outlet and additional overhead costs, they can also sell items at a relatively inexpensive price.

How to get quality meat delivered

It really doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out that ordering your meat on the internet is the way to go. It’s so easy to set up that it’s a wonder why people bother going to their local butcher when they can get restaurant quality meats with the click of their mouse.

Castricum Master Meats takes pride in the quality of our cuts and we guarantee the satisfaction of all our customers. Just jump on our website and choose the meat that you’re interested in purchasing on a weekly or one-off basis. Setting up your account couldn’t be simpler, and you’ll be happy with your decision to buy online when you taste our premium meats.

We also have a shop front in Dandenong, but considering the range of Melbourne suburbs we delivery too, you’re just as well served by ordering online. Visit our easy-to-use website for more information and check out our weekly specials!

Keep these in mind when looking for where to buy wholesale meat in Melbourne

There are several reasons why one would want to buy wholesale meat. It could be for a wedding, family get together, etc. Buying wholesale meat at this point is the best thing to do financially as the individual will save money this way.

Now if you are looking at buying wholesale meat in Melbourne, there are a few things you must keep in mind otherwise you may just end up spending more money instead of actually saving money.

Firstly, ensure that you are buying your meat from shops that have a good track record of buying from high quality meat sources. This is very important especially if you do not want to deal with cases of food poisoning at the end of your get together.

Secondly, you need to be sure that the meat shop is selling to you at the best possible price. You can confirm this by asking your local meat dealer for an estimate. If the price from the meat shop is higher than the estimate from your local dealer, then you are probably not getting a good price.

Again, you need to consider the wholesale dealers ability to keep up with the demand of customers. This is very important because you wouldn't want to go to the shop to purchase meat on the agreed date only to be told that there isn't enough for you. The meat dealer should be one that can keep up with orders at all times.

If you do not have enough time to go about buying the meat and still have enough time to plan your event, you can make use of an online meat shop. You only need to place your order and they will ensure it gets to you.

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Buying Meat online, is it a good idea?

The online shopping world has grown in leaps and bounds in the past few years. Today, just about anything can be bought with the flick of a mouse. Meat and its derivatives have not been left out though as there are now many online meat shops. For some reasons though, people are yet to warm up to the idea of buying their meat online. Are you in this bandwagon? Here are a few reasons that may make you change your mind.

• Buying meat online is a lot cheaper than the usual method. This is partly down to the fact that online meat shops buy directly from the meat source and also have a larger customer base. The offline meat shop may also have links to the source of the meat but the number of customers they can sell to is always lower than the number available to an online shop, demographics being a huge factor. This in turn makes the prices costlier for people buying offline.
• Online meat shops afford an individual a wider range of meat selection. Most offline shops sell a particular type of meat, the bigger shops will sell three to four different types but the average online meat shop will have at least five types of meat ranging from beef to pork even lamb chops!
• You do not need to leave your house to order meat anymore. Regardless of the size of your order, the average online meat shop will fulfill the order in minutes as long as you have the required amount on your credit card.

These are just a few reasons why you should start buying your meat online.