About this Cut Our 100% Australian Wagyu Ground Beef is an 80/20 fat blend consisting of chuck, brisket, and short rib. The premium Australian Wagyu cattle beef, combined with the high quality and flavorful fat sets this ground beef apart from anything else you've tried. This ground beef is perfect for meatballs, chili, tacos, picadillo, and so much more. The options are endless and this ground beef is sure to make any dish stand out. Cooking Method: Ideal for burgers, meatballs, or meat sauces. Pan-fry, grill, or bake until browned and cooked through. Recommended Temperature: 160°F (71°C) for safety, as recommended for all ground meat products. Australian Wagyu Australian Wagyu is a testament to the art of premium beef production, blending the revered genetics of Japanese Wagyu with Australia's rich pastoral heritage. Renowned for its exceptional marbling, Australian Wagyu offers a luxurious eating experience that is both rich and nuanced. This unique breed benefits from Australia's vast, open grasslands and carefully managed grain-feeding programs, which contribute to the development of its signature marbling and flavor profile. Meticulous care in breeding and feeding ensures a consistently high-quality product that stands out in the global Wagyu market. What makes Australian Wagyu particularly unique is its range of marbling scores, catering to a wide spectrum of tastes and preferences, from the subtly marbled to the intensely rich. This adaptability, combined with the clean, natural environment of Australia, produces beef that is not only delicious but also contains a higher percentage of healthy fats compared to other breeds. Australian Wagyu is a choice for those who seek the ultimate in tenderness, flavor, and a melt-in-your-mouth experience, making it a prestigious and sought-after option for discerning chefs and gourmets worldwide. Grass-Fed, Grain-Finished Beef Not to be confused with 100% grass fed beef which tends to be much leaner and have more of an earthy flavor, our beef is grass-fed, grain-finished which offers a unique balance of flavor and tenderness, combining the best aspects of both feeding practices. These cattle are raised initially on pastures, where they graze on a natural grass diet. Towards the end of their lives, these cattle are transitioned to a grain-based diet, which enhances marbling — the intramuscular fat that makes beef juicier and more flavorful. This allows for a healthier cow, while still achieving the tenderness and delicious beef flavor that comes from a diet of grains. This method not only improves the meat’s tenderness and palatability but also allows the beef to retain some of the health benefits of being grass-fed, such as higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants compared to conventionally raised beef. Consumers who choose grass-fed, grain-finished beef enjoy a product that strikes a desirable balance between health benefits and culinary appeal, making it a popular choice for those looking to enjoy high-quality, flavorful beef with enhanced nutritional properties. Antibiotic and Hormone-Free Beef All of our cows are raised free of any hormones or antibiotics. This practice ensures that the meat is as natural as possible, reducing consumer exposure to these substances. The absence of antibiotics in the raising of these animals helps prevent the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, a significant benefit for public health. Additionally, hormone-free meat often has better taste and quality. By choosing antibiotic and hormone-free meat, consumers support more natural animal husbandry practices and contribute to a healthier environment, while also enjoying safer and more flavorful meat. 80/20 Blend Our 80/20 Ground Beef Blend offers a perfect balance of lean meat and fat, making it an ideal choice for a variety of culinary applications. This blend consists of 80% lean meat and 20% fat, resulting in a rich, juicy flavor and tender texture that is perfect for grilling, sautéing, or baking. The blend of chuck, brisket, and short rib ensures a succulent taste, making it particularly well-suited for burgers, meatloaf, and other comfort food dishes. Certified Halal Beef All of our Australian Wagyu beef is certified Halal
