A5 Japanese Wagyu Sirloin Tip (Loin)

Tasting Notes from the Curator

Sirloin tip is not actually from the sirloin. Rather, you’ll find this delicious cut in the round of the cow, towards the front of the rear leg. It is a little tougher than sirloin and tri-tip cuts, but it more than makes up for that in flavor. As it is wagyu, this cut has intense intramuscular fat webbing as well as the appealing color and marbling that is so well known around the world. It is also A5 which means that it excels in every criteria of the grading process; the criteria being:

• Marbling - the amount of intramuscular fat
• Meat color and brightness
• Color, luster, and quality of fat It is a little leaner than other cuts of meat from the cow, so this steak is also perfect for those with health on their mind, but unwilling to sacrifice flavor from their lifestyles.

Preparation

The A5 Japanese Wagyu Sirloin Tip is delicious on its own; simply season a couple of hours before cooking with salt and pepper, grill on medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes each side, then allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before consuming. This steak also works well when slow cooked - the slow cooking times really allow the proteins to break down and create a flavorful experience.

It’s all in the cow

Not just any cow can be a Wagyu producer. And it can’t be done just anywhere in the world. Indeed, raising Wagyu cows is a full-time job that is akin to raising children, rather than cattle. But the type of cow is also very important. The different breeds of cows are Kuroge (Black), Aakage (Brown), Nihon Tankaku (Shorthorn), and Mukaku (Polled).These cows are rather lucky as their days are spent wandering the pastures, eating, and extra pampering given to them by the farmers to ensure they live a stress-free life.

Storage Instructions

Your cut comes frozen and vacuum packed. Store in freezer. Thaw only when about to cook. Cooked leftover meat can only be kept in the fridge for 3 to 4 more days. Consume immediately.