SRF Black Label ™ corned beef is an elevated version of the this St. Patrick's Day favorite. The rich marbling of American Wagyu beef turns what is often a commodity item into a true delicacy perfect for a memorable meal any time of year.
Corned beef is the star of every St. Patrick’s Day dinner. Snake River Farms corned beef is an elevated version of those familiar flavors for those looking to update their traditional corned beef recipe. The rich marbling of American Wagyu beef turns this commodity item into a true delicacy.
What Is Corned Beef?
Corned beef gets its name from the large-grain salt traditionally used to brine it, which in Old English were called “corns.” So, what is corned beef exactly? It’s a brisket that’s cured in a salty brine with some pickling spices for at least five days. The Snake River Farms corned beef brisket is made with our signature recipe of seasonings and spices for a savory and mouthwatering flavor. The key ingredient to this upscale comfort food is our beautifully marbled, exceptionally juicy American Wagyu beef brisket flat.
Each corned beef weighs approximately 2.5 lbs. and is a perfect main course for your St. Patrick’s Day feast, as well as a welcome and delicious entrée any time of year.
American Wagyu corned beef also makes the most delicious Reuben sandwiches you've ever tasted.
The USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) separates domestic beef into eight grades, based on intramuscular fat or marbling, and other qualities like tenderness, juiciness, and flavor. The two highest grades are Prime and Choice. Prime is the top grade on the USDA scale and features an abundant amount of marbling.
Snake River Farms produces beef that measures above the USDA scores. To grade these higher levels of marbling and quality, we utilize the 12-point BMS (Beef Marbling Score or Beef Marbling Standard) from the Japanese Meat Grading Association (JMGA). SRF Black Label ™ and SRF Gold Label ™ both score above USDA Prime.
SRF Black Label ™ is rated a BMS of 6 to 8 with significantly more marbling than USDA Prime graded beef.
SRF Gold Label™ registers a BMS of 9 to 12 and contains the highest level of marbling we offer.
Corned beef brisket can be prepared in a smoker, oven baked, on the stove top and using sous vide. Here are some guidelines, regardless of the method you choose.
Be sure to completely thaw your corned beef before cooking.
Cook at a low temperature with your favorite liquid - water, beef broth, beer or cider, to braise and tenderize the beef.
Internal temperature is the most accurate way to know if your steak is done. Keep a good quality thermometer on hand.
Brisket is naturally tough, so target a finished temperature of 180°F up to 200°F
Slice your finished corned beef against the grain: 90° to the direction of the muscle fibers. This makes for a more tender bite.
This corned beef is sourced from the brisket, one of the major beef primals. Specifically, this cut is from the brisket flat or the deep pectoral muscle.
Corned beef get its name from the rock salt that is traditionally used in the curing process. These grains are known as "corns."
How Does Snake River Farms Package and Ship Their Products?
We ship our products with dry ice, a reusable thermal bag and the most sustainable packaging in the business to keep everything frozen right to your doorstep. Receive in 1 to 3 days of ordering or schedule for a date in the future. Learn more about packaging and shipping.
What Is The Snake River Farms Guarantee?
We are committed to delivering the highest quality products and an exceptional experience to your doorstep. If you are not completely satisfied with your order, please reach out to our Customer Care Team so we can work to a resolution. Click here to learn more about the SRF guarantee.
What Is SRF Black Label and SRF Gold Label?
All SRF products are American Wagyu. We use the Japanese Beef Marbling Score (or BMS) to measure the marbling present in the beef. Both SRF Black Label and SRF Gold Label grade above USDA Prime. The SRF Black Label grades between a BMS 6 to 8, and the Gold Label is the highest marbled with a BMS score at 9+. Read about the difference.
How Long Will My SRF Products Last and How Should I Store Them?
For optimal quality, you can store your SRF products in the freezer for up to 6 months. Per USDA guidelines, if meat is kept at 40 °F or below, you can safely store thawed meat in the refrigerator for 7 days in its original cryovac seal. More details.
Who is Snake River Farms?
Snake River Farms is a family owned and operated business based in Boise, Idaho. Founded in 1968, the business grew from cattle ranching and feeding to what it is now, one of the very few who can truly and authentically offer ranch-to-table beef. Learn more about the SRF story.
How Does SRF Practice Sustainability?
For us, it is a simple concept: Do what’s right by the land, by your neighbor, by the animals you raise, and by the customer. From ranching and grazing to delivery to customers’ doorsteps, we implement sustainability through every step of the ranch-to-table process. More details about our sustainability practices.
What are SRF cattle fed?
Snake River Farms American Wagyu cattle are grass fed for the first year of their life. The cattle are then fed a sustainable, locally sourced diet of hay, forages, grains, potatoes, vitamins, and minerals. SRF cattle never receive growth promotants, growth hormones, or any unnecessary antibiotics.
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