The flat iron is only second to the filet mignon as the most tender steak. It's often called a "butcher's cut" since it's an uncommon cut favored by meat cutters. Give this uncommon cut a try. You'll call it juicy, tender and delicious.
The flat iron is a relative newcomer to the steak scene but has been a butcher’s secret for years. Cut from the chuck (shoulder) the flat iron is a fantastic combination of rich beef flavor and tender, meaty bite. This steak is amazingly versatile, simply throw it on the grill or prepare with your favorite marinade for an extra kick of flavor. While we believe it's best served medium rare, this steak holds up to high heat and is a good candidate for anyone who prefers a well done steak. One of our best steaks for sale online, the 8-ounce size makes it easy to get the right portions for your busy weeknight meals or laid-back weekend get-togethers. Buy your steaks online for dinner to your doorstep.
"...To be honest, mail-order steaks are fantastic if you are in a steak-deprived area. I like the stuff from Double R Ranch." ~ Kenji Alt Lopez, Managing Culinary Director of Serious Eats and Author of the James Beard Award-Nominated Column, The Food Lab.
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.
USDA Prime is the top grade on the USDA scale and features a moderately abundant amount of marbling. Only 5 to 6% of all U.S. beef grades at this high level.
USDA Choice falls directly below USDA Prime. Choice beef is high quality and has less marbling but offers an excellent value.
The flat iron comes from the shoulder clod located in the chuck primal. The shoulder clod has three muscles and the source of the flat iron is the infraspinatus also known as the top blade.
The flat iron is called the “cook’s helper” because it holds up well to temperatures of 160°F and above. For fans of well done beef, this is one cut that can be served to their personal preference without adverse effects.
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.
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.
What is Double R Ranch Beef?
Named after our founder, Robert Rebholtz, Sr., it represents the heart and soul of our company. The Double R Ranch brand is our premium USDA Choice and USDA Prime beef. Raised in the Northwest, Double R Ranch cattle are grass fed and grain finished with a flavor as bold as the west.
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.
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