Wagyu Corned Beef 1/2 Round

AMERICAN WAGYU

This SRF Black® corned beef is made from the bottom round flat instead of the traditional brisket. Made with the same time-honored process and ingredients as our original corned beef. Average weight is 8 lbs.
Select Grade: SRF Black®
100% US Raised

100% US Raised

Family-Owned & Operated

Family-Owned & Operated

Pioneers of American Wagyu

Pioneers of American Wagyu

Try our SRF Black® corned beef made from the round instead of the traditional brisket. We use the same time-honored process and ingredients as our traditional cut to produce round-cut corned beef that has the same savory flavor as the SRF corned beef brisket but with a firmer texture and in a larger size. The Corned Beef 1/2 Round comes with a seasoning packet containing traditional corned beef seasonings.  

The Snake River Farms corned beef round is a delicious variation of our traditional corned beef using the American Wagyu bottom round flat, a cut known for its pronounced beef flavor, gentle marbling and firm texture. We use the same seasoning blend and preparation techniques as our standard corned beef, so the flavor profile is familiar and savory.

Average weight: 8 lbs.

 

Corned beef 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. 

The bottom round is a bit more dense than brisket. Target a finished temperature of 180°F. 

Slice your finished corned beef against the grain - 90 degrees to the direction of the muscle fibers. This makes for a more tender bite. 

Snake River Farms American Wagyu

Understand the Marbling Scale

Marbling, or intramuscular fat, fills beef with flavor, juiciness and tenderness. The more marbling, the higher the beef grade. USDA Prime is the highest grade for American beef. Snake River Farms beef grades are based on a proprietary BMS grading scale.

Understand the Marbling Scale
USDA ChoiceUSDA PrimeSRF Black®SRF Gold®SRF Gold Plus™
Best For: Weeknight steak dinnersBest For: Consistently great steak dinnersBest For: Premium steak lovers seeking exceptional valueBest For: Special occasions and elevated steak dinnersBest For: Ultimate indulgence and once-in-a-lifetime meals
Experience: A step above typical grocery store steaksExperience: The classic steakhouse benchmark for qualityExperience: Our most popular grade—rich, tender, deeply flavorfulExperience: Intense marbling with bold flavor and exceptional juicinessExperience: Ultra-marbled with unmatched tenderness, richness and flavor
Marbling Score BMS 3–4Marbling Score BMS 4–5Marbling Score Black 6-8Marbling Score Gold 9-10Marbling Score Gold Plus 11-12
Details

Try our SRF Black® corned beef made from the round instead of the traditional brisket. We use the same time-honored process and ingredients as our traditional cut to produce round-cut corned beef that has the same savory flavor as the SRF corned beef brisket but with a firmer texture and in a larger size. The Corned Beef 1/2 Round comes with a seasoning packet containing traditional corned beef seasonings.  

The Snake River Farms corned beef round is a delicious variation of our traditional corned beef using the American Wagyu bottom round flat, a cut known for its pronounced beef flavor, gentle marbling and firm texture. We use the same seasoning blend and preparation techniques as our standard corned beef, so the flavor profile is familiar and savory.

Average weight: 8 lbs.

 

Cooking Tips

Corned beef 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. 

The bottom round is a bit more dense than brisket. Target a finished temperature of 180°F. 

Slice your finished corned beef against the grain - 90 degrees to the direction of the muscle fibers. This makes for a more tender bite. 

Beef Grading

Snake River Farms American Wagyu

Understand the Marbling Scale

Marbling, or intramuscular fat, fills beef with flavor, juiciness and tenderness. The more marbling, the higher the beef grade. USDA Prime is the highest grade for American beef. Snake River Farms beef grades are based on a proprietary BMS grading scale.

Understand the Marbling Scale
USDA ChoiceUSDA PrimeSRF Black®SRF Gold®SRF Gold Plus™
Best For: Weeknight steak dinnersBest For: Consistently great steak dinnersBest For: Premium steak lovers seeking exceptional valueBest For: Special occasions and elevated steak dinnersBest For: Ultimate indulgence and once-in-a-lifetime meals
Experience: A step above typical grocery store steaksExperience: The classic steakhouse benchmark for qualityExperience: Our most popular grade—rich, tender, deeply flavorfulExperience: Intense marbling with bold flavor and exceptional juicinessExperience: Ultra-marbled with unmatched tenderness, richness and flavor
Marbling Score BMS 3–4Marbling Score BMS 4–5Marbling Score Black 6-8Marbling Score Gold 9-10Marbling Score Gold Plus 11-12

An Exceptional Experience, Proven by Customers An Exceptional Experience, Proven by Customers

"Excellent! Everything I have purchased from Snake River Farms has been top notch!"

— Mary D.

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"Excellent marbling! Excellent flavor!"

— Howard R.

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"Great flavor, tender, juicy and simply delicious!!"

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"Our new go to for a great steak!"

— -Ken H.

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“The Wagyu steaks are sooooo delicious. . They were the best we’ve ever tasted and will continue to order them!!!”

— Donna k.

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"Absolutely the best in terms of tenderness and consistently delicious."

— Julie W.

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"Never disappointed no matter what cut."

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"We are over the moon pleased with our beef."

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PRIMAL CUT GUIDE

The Loin

The source of steakhouse favorites, the loin is prized for its tenderness, rich flavor, and iconic cuts like filet mignon, New York strip, porterhouse, and T-bone.

Beef primal cut diagram highlighting the loin

Ranch to Table

Every step is managed by us, from ranching and feeding to processing and delivery. That's how we ensure exceptional quality in every cut.

  • Ranching

    Ranching

    Carefully raised American Wagyu on Northwest ranches.

  • Cattle Feeding

    Cattle Feeding

    Extended feeding programs create rich marbling and flavor.

  • Beef Processing

    Beef Processing

    Hand-trimmed, expertly prepared, and shipped directly to your door.

FAQ

Everything you need to know before your first bite.

Find answers to our customers' most commonly asked questions.

How to cook corned beef

Braised corned beef is our preferred method of cooking corned beef over boiling. Pro tip: sear each side of the corned beef before cooking in the oven. The brown sear adds a ton of flavor and helps set the external texture. 

How much corned beef per person?

Eight ounces of corned beef per person is a good serving size. If your table includes more robust appetites or if you want to plan for leftovers, add extra servings to your calculations. Corned beef will shrink about 20% during the cooking process.

Why is it called corned beef?

Corned beef gets its name from the large-grain salts 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.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.637681 / 5 from 138 reviews.

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The Wagyu Corned Beef 1/2 Round offers a savory flavor and firm texture, similar to traditional corned beef but with a larger size. Customers appreciate its delicious taste and plan to repurchase, finding the recipe to be a sure hit.

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Review highlights

  • "Corned beef 1/2 round was outstanding tender and great flavor"Ron A.
  • "The cut was generous and the recipe that comes on the label is a sure hit."Tammy F.
  • "Excellent taste, Tender, lean."Jim C.

Reviews

i bought this for my

"i bought this for my mom's birthday and the smile on her face said it all! really cool take on a corned beef. . tastes more like beef than a usual fatty corned beef."

kaeleigh b. (5/5)

It was amazing and leftovers

"It was amazing and leftovers the next day were just as good!"

Diane A. (5/5)

This was the most tasty

"This was the most tasty and tender we’ve ever had. Next level!"

Cathi C. (5/5)

Cooked low and slow in

"Cooked low and slow in the oven wrapped in foil. Awesome."

Timothy B. (5/5)

Solid corned beef flavor. Prepared

"Solid corned beef flavor. Prepared half traditionally and the other half via smoker. Both were amazing."

Ben J. (5/5)

Fantastic look forward to eating

"Fantastic look forward to eating it every time I get it"

Marco F. (5/5)

Best corned beef I have

"Best corned beef I have ever had!"

Pamela T. (5/5)

The best corned beef we

"The best corned beef we have ever cooked! Cut it in half and they even had two spice packets. Ready to order it again."

Susan S. (5/5)

Awesome!!

"Awesome!!"

Dave T. (5/5)

Thats the best corned beef

"Thats the best corned beef I've ever had. Ill never buy corned beef from my local grocery again."

Robert M. (5/5)

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