What are chuck steak & blades?

The chuck steak is sourced from around the shoulder area of the cow. Chuck offers a very economical cut that’s low on price but high on flavour. It’s also commonly referred to as a braising steak here in the UK, and due to its high fat and flavour content, it is often sold as ground beef.

The blade is a little different, but is taken from the same area as the chuck steak but again packs lots of flavour for a modest price. Cuts include the top blade steak and under blade steak, which contain quite a lot of connective tissue and collagen, which breaks down during cooking and adds more flavour.

How to cook chuck steaks

As chuck steaks are commonly referred to as braising steaks, it doesn’t take Sherlock Holmes to figure out how best to cook them. More often than not, you are likely to buy the chuck steak, and indeed the blade steak already diced.

With this in mind, chuck and blade are ideal for use in slow cooking, and lend themselves well to use in casseroles and stews. The classic French dish of Beef Bourguignon can elevate this cheap cut of meat to something special, but a wholesome and heart-warming beef stew can also get the best from this versatile cut of beef.

Can you fry chuck steak?

You can fry chuck steak but it will need to be cooked properly to enhance the flavour and texture of the meat. Make sure the meat is thinly sliced. You can also tenderise the steaks before cooking to help break down the connective tissue.

When you’re ready, sear on a high heat before basting in butter on a lower heat. This will give you the best results.

What is chuck steak in the UK?

Chuck steak is commonly known as braising steak in the UK. It’s from the shoulder area of the cow and sold in several different ways, typically minced, diced or occasionally as steaks.

Chuck steaks from Campbells

If you are ready to get cooking with chuck steaks, look no further than our fresh Scotch beef stewing steak. Hand diced by our skilled butchers, excess gristle and fat has been removed from the chuck and is ready for use in stews, casseroles and steak pies.

Procured from Scotch beef cattle, our high-quality meat is delivered freshly to your door when you order online with us.