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The Instacart guide to round petit tender steaks
About round petit tender steaks
The round petit tender steak goes by several different names. You may see it called chuck fillet, mock tender, petite filet, tender medallions, faux tender, chuck clod tender, and even fish steak. The latest term for round petite tender steaks is the shoulder petite tender, and this would be the most accurate.
The shoulder tender comes from the chuck primal cut. It rests on the cow's shoulder next to the top blade, has an oblong shape, and generally runs about three pounds when removed whole from the shoulder's teres major muscle. The muscle itself has almost no fat after a butcher does his work. You're left with a lean piece of meat that has excellent flavor, some say better than the tenderloin, and at far less cost.
You can request a whole round petit tender steak if you want to roast it or portion it yourself. The full cut will be around 10 inches long and 3 inches wide with a medium-coarse grain that runs the length. You'll find speckles of fat that run through the round petit tender steak, but overall, it's a very lean cut. The meat should be bright red and firm to the touch. If you get one in a vacuum-sealed package from a purveyor, check to ensure no excess liquid is present.
Most grocers portion the round petit tender steak into smaller, individual portions. You'll commonly see a 0.75-inch thick piece with a 3-inch diameter that looks very much like the tenderloin. Portions that are too small for steaks may be cubed for kabobs or stew meat.
Round petit tender steak cooking tips
The round petit tender steak may have the word "tender" in it, but it doesn't share the tenderness of filet mignon. That doesn't make it a lousy steak. In fact, with the proper cooking methods, the round petit tender steak makes an excellent protein for many meals. The word "tender" gets used here as a marketing term and doesn't describe the natural state of the meat.
Overcooking the round petit tender steak will result in a tough, chewy steak that most people won't enjoy. Most chefs agree that a medium-well or well-done temperature ruins the round petite tender steak. Chefs recommend braising the cut for the best result. Using a marinade will also help to tenderize the round petit tender steak, which makes grilling it a viable technique.
You can buy the cubed portions or cut them yourself to use as kabobs. Chop up your favorite vegetables in large pieces for your kabob and marinate them with the round petit tender cubes. A tasty addition would be small, round potatoes. You should wash the potatoes and par-boil them with the skin on before adding them to the skewer since raw potatoes will take too long to cook through on the grill. You should never overcook the round petit tender steak.
Oven roasting the round petite tender steak can result in a succulent centerpiece to your Sunday dinner. Rub the steak in olive oil and your favorite spice blend and roast to medium-rare. The round petite tender steak tends to bleed out when overcooked.
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FAQs about round petit tender steaks
It would be best if you didn't serve the round petit tender steak raw as it isn't naturally tender, like filet mignon. Even when chopped fine, the chewy texture will detract from the dish despite the rich flavor this cut possesses. Should you try, you should be aware of the consumer advisory warning regarding raw and undercooked meats come with the inherent risk of foodborne illness. Chefs strongly recommend using only the freshest cuts of meat for making the famous beef tartar.
Yes. Cooking the round petit tender steak in a slow cooker with water or stock will result in a tender, flavorful dish. You can use your favorite slow cooker recipe for beef stew or steak tips, adding potatoes and vegetables for a delicious meal.
Yes. Your grocer may already grind up the smaller trimmings for ground chuck after portioning out the whole cut into steaks. If you plan on making a Philly-style cheesesteak sandwich, you should thinly slice the round petit tender steak before cooking. Thinly sliced pieces will be much easier to chew.