13 Underrated Cuts Of Meat You Should Be Eating
13 Underrated Cuts Of Meat You Should Be Eating
Rising prices over the past few post-pandemic years have hit wallets hard, especially for foodies. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, food costs are up 6.7% year over year, meaning that you might want to think twice about reaching for ribeyes on your next trip to the grocery store.
Luckily, it's not all bad news. Thrifty shopping doesn't have to mean cutting back on flavor — on the contrary, it's an excuse to experiment in the kitchen. Cheaper and lesser-known meat cuts are often less expensive due to lower demand. It doesn't mean these cuts are lower quality, just that fewer people know what to do with them.
Offal, for example, has long been hailed for both its nutritional and culinary value. In other words, it's been eaten out of necessity as a cheap protein source, like oxtail in Jamaican cuisine, but also as a delicacy like foie gras, a staple at any white-tablecloth French establishment. Ultimately, it all comes down to preparation. Next time you find yourself looking to pinch a few pennies or need some culinary inspiration, try one of these lesser-known cuts. From chicken thighs to pork cheeks, these snout-to-tail selections won't disappoint.
Source: Tasting Table
