What is a Denver Steak? Why Zabuton Is The Best Beef Cut You’ve Never Heard Of
Denver Steak, also known as Zabuton, is a lesser-known but incredibly delicious cut of beef. This tender, flavorful steak is more affordable than filet mignon and pairs perfectly with a Japanese-inspired dipping sauce, elevating the dining experience.
Servings: 2 steaks
Ingredients
- 2 Snake River Farms American Wagyu Denver Steaks Snake River Farms labels this as Zabuton
- 1- 2 tbsp kosher sea salt
- 1 tbsp fresh ground black pepper
- 1 cup Gyu Dare Dipping Sauce and Marinade ingredients below
- 1 tbsp Ume Paste - aka "Umeboshi Paste" "Pickled Ume Plum Puree" - this is the one I use that I use found on Amazon
Ume Gyu Dare Dipping Sauce Ingredients
Recipe from Japanese Grill Cookbook
- ¾ cup soy sauce you can swap with Coconut Aminos if you are soy and or gluten free
- ½ cup sake
- ½ cup mirin
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- *Note all marinade ingredients can be found at most grocery stores except the Ume Paste- this will need to be ordered online, as will the Denver steaks which are not common to find in most grocery stores).
Instructions
- How to Make Ume Gyu Dare Dipping Sauce (optional but so good!)
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, and rice vinegar.
- Boil: Transfer the mixture to a pot and bring to a boil.
- Cool and Chill: Let the mixture cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 8 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- Create Dipping Sauce: Combine 1 cup of the chilled marinade with 1 tablespoon of ume paste.
Prep the Steak:
- Let the steak sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Generously season with salt and pepper.
Cooking Methods:
- Cast Iron Skillet: Follow your preferred method for cooking steak in a cast-iron skillet.
Grill:
- Preheat grill to 500 degrees (direct heat).
- Grill each side for 2 minutes, or until desired sear marks appear.
- Remove from grill when the internal temperature reaches 130 degrees (medium-rare).
- Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serving:
- Slice the rested steak into 1/8-inch pieces.
- Serve with Ume Gyu Dare Sauce for dipping.
Notes
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