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What Is Denver Steak

Published: Jan 7, 2022 · Modified: Feb 19, 2022 by Steven Pennington · This post may contain affiliate links.

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The Denver steak has a unique flavor that will please any palate. The best thing about this cut of meat? It can be cooked in many ways, from grilled and spiced with marinades to sous vide for maximum tenderness.

If you're looking for a new type of steak to grill this summer, this might be just what you need!

What Is Denver Steak

The Denver cut comes from the under blade portion of the chuck roll (the shoulder), and it sits directly underneath the shoulder blade bone. Because it gets little use, the muscle does not get tough from being worked - unlike other beef cuts, which come from parts of the cow that work hard every day.

For example, Denver steak is not as chewy as the round steaks (from lower down on the cow) or even bottom rounds (located near the back end).

Denver steak cut
Pasture Raised Denver Steak
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What Cut is Denver Steak

The Denver cut is made up of two muscles - the cow's serratus ventralis and longissimus dorsi.

  • Denver steaks come from just the serratus ventralis muscle,
  • Denver roasts come from both muscles.

The Denver roast requires more chewing than Denver steak, it's usually only used in slow-cooked recipes where tenderness isn't as much of an issue.

How To Cook Denver Steak

Start by taking the steaks out of the refrigerator and placing them on the counter 30 minutes before you're ready to begin cooking. Removing the cold chill on the meat is the goal. This step is essential to perfectly cooked steaks and max tenderness.

Cooking cold steaks means overcooked steak on the outside and undercooked inside.

Cook Times

Timing will vary depending on the thickness of your steak. Suggested times below are based on 1-inch steaks

Medium Rare2 minutes aside
Medium3 ½ minutes aside
Well Done5 minutes aside
How to cook denver steak
Medium-Rare - Pasture-Raised Denver Steak

Heat up a pan, preferably stainless steel or cast iron, and melt a pat of butter in it, along with olive oil or peanut oil. Then place each of your steaks into the pan and get a nice sear.

Finish the steaks in a preheated oven of 300 degrees for 5 minutes.
Remove the steaks and rest them covered with aluminum foil for 5 minutes.

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Denver steak

What is Denver Steak and How To Cook It

Steven Pennington
Special cut of beef gaining popularity
4.81 from 31 votes
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Texas BBQ

Suggested Equipment

1 Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients
 

  • Denver Steaks 3 pound
  • Sea Salt 1 tablespoon
  • Fresh Cracked Black Pepper 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic Salt 1 teaspoon

Instructions
 

How To Cook

  • Start by taking the steaks out of the refrigerator and placing them on the counter 30 minutes before you're ready to begin cooking. Removing the cold chill on the meat is the goal. This step is essential to perfectly cooked steaks and max tenderness.
    Cooking cold steaks means overcooked steak on the outside and undercooked inside.
  • Heat up a pan, preferably stainless steel or cast iron, and melt a pat of butter in it, plus olive oil or peanut oil. Then place each of your steaks into the pan and get a nice sear.
    (Pat the steaks dry before cooking to get a nice sear), then season with salt, pepper, garlic salt.
    Finish the steaks in a preheated oven of 300 degrees for 5 minutes. Remove the steaks and rest them covered with aluminum foil for 5 minutes.

Cooking Times

  • Timing will vary depending on the thickness of your steak. Suggested times below are based on 1-inch steaks
    - Medium Rare ( 2 minutes aside)
    - Medium ( 3 ½ minutes aside)
    - Well Done ( 5 minutes aside)

What is Denver Steak

  • The Denver cut comes from the under blade portion of the chuck roll (the shoulder), and it sits directly underneath the shoulder blade bone. Because it gets little use, the muscle does not get tough from being worked - unlike other beef cuts, which come from parts of the cow that work hard every day.

Notes

The Denver steak has recently become popular with today's chefs and food critics alike. This is because consumers are looking for leaner cuts of meat rather than fattier ones such as rib-eyes and T-bones. 
  • Denver steaks are very inexpensive and still provide a tasty meal for those on a budget. 
  • To trim Denver steaks, lay the meat flat and remove any excess fat or silver skin. Then, cut away any remaining muscle tissue to ensure that the Denver steak will be tender and delicious when it is cooked. 
  • Denver steaks can be prepared in a variety of ways, such as grilling or roasting with herbs, spices, or sauces. The Denver steak can also be sliced thinly against the grain before serving, so it is not chewy.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
What is Denver Steak and How To Cook It
Serving Size
 
1 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
735
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
34
g
52
%
Saturated Fat
 
17
g
106
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
14
g
Cholesterol
 
231
mg
77
%
Sodium
 
231
mg
10
%
Potassium
 
1163
mg
33
%
Protein
 
37
g
74
%
Vitamin A
 
51
IU
1
%
Calcium
 
48
mg
5
%
Iron
 
7
mg
39
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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