Food Ingredients - Cuts of Meat

Here you will learn some English words related to the different cuts of meat such as "filet", "chop", and "steak".

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Food Ingredients
steak [noun]

a large piece of meat or fish cut into thick slices

Ex: The butcher recommended a thick-cut steak for the barbecue , ensuring it stayed juicy and flavorful .
brisket [noun]

meat cut from the chest of an animal, especially a cow

Ex: We visited a local smokehouse renowned for its mouthwatering brisket .
chuck [noun]

the portion of a forequarter of beef or other large animal, extending from the neck to the ribs and including the shoulder blade

Ex:
shank [noun]

a cut of meat from the lower portion of an animal's leg, known for its rich flavor when cooked

Ex: The chef prepared a delightful osso buco using veal shanks simmered in a rich tomato sauce .

a meat cut that includes a bone with an elongated shape

Ex: I prepared a festive holiday meal and served long bone-in ham.
oxtail [noun]

a meaty cut of beef taken from the tail of a cow

Ex: I ordered a bowl of delicious oxtail soup for the first time.
ham hock [noun]

the joint or knuckle of a pig's front or hind leg, often used in cooking for its flavorful meat

Ex: The butcher displayed a freshly ham hock in the shop .
shin [noun]

a cut of meat from the lower portion of an animal's leg

Ex: They braised the shin for several hours to tenderize it .
sirloin [noun]

beef that is taken from an animal's back, typically a cow, which is of high quality

Ex: He grilled a juicy sirloin steak to perfection , enjoying the succulent meat .
flank [noun]

a lean and flavorful cut of meat located on the underside of an animal, typically used for dishes like fajitas or stir-fries

Ex: The chef recommended trying the marinated flank steak.
rump [noun]

meat from the upper part of the back legs of a cow, which is of high quality

Ex: He seasoned a rump roast with aromatic herbs and slow-roasted it in the oven.
rib [noun]

a piece of meat with one or more rib bones

Ex: He grilled a rack of ribs for the barbecue , marinated in a tangy barbecue sauce .

a tender and well-marbled cut of meat located towards the back of an animal

Ex: We attended a cooking class where we learned how to prepare a delicious short loin roast .

meat that is cut from near the backbone of a pig or cow, which is of high quality

Ex: A gourmet food truck serves mouthwatering tenderloin sliders with melted cheese and caramelized onions .

a cut of pork taken from the lower part of the pig's rib cage

Ex: In a lively street food market , a food stall specializes in Asian-inspired spare rib tacos .
trotter [noun]

a pig's foot that is cooked as food

Ex: At a countryside farm festival , attendees line up for a taste of the famous trotter barbecue .
chop [noun]

a small portion of meat, typically including part of a rib

Ex: A veal chop is often served with vegetables .

a fatty and flavorful cut of meat obtained from the underside of a pig

Ex: The street vendor at the night market skillfully grilled savory pork belly skewers .
gammon [noun]

the meat from the hind leg of a pig that is typically cured, similar to ham

fatback [noun]

a cut of pork that consists primarily of the fatty layer beneath the skin

Ex: The bakery incorporated finely diced fatback into savory pie crusts for flaky results .

a pork cut from the upper shoulder, used in barbecue and slow-cooking for its rich flavor and marbling, often for pulled pork and stews

Ex: The gourmet sandwich shop featured sliced Boston butt , pickles , and mustard on a crusty baguette .
cutlet [noun]

a thin piece of meat that is cut into a thick slice and usually broiled or fried

Ex: In a trendy vegetarian café , guests enjoy flavorful chickpea and pork cutlets .
breast [noun]

meat cut from the front part of the body of a bird

Ex: The butcher sells boneless duck breasts , perfect for pan-searing or roasting .

the lower leg portion of a bird, typically served as a distinct cut of meat

Ex: He prefers the drumstick because it 's juicier .

a small, tender cut of lamb meat attached to the rib bone, typically taken from the rib, loin, or shoulder

Ex: He ordered a plate of lamb chops at the restaurant .

a lean and tender cut of meat from the back of the pig, commonly used for roasting

Ex: The food market offered delicious pulled pork loin sliders, topped with mushroom sauce.
wing [noun]

meat from the wing of a duck, chicken, etc., eaten as food

Ex:
rack [noun]

a section of meat, usually from the front ribs of a pig or lamb

Ex: The butcher displayed a rack of ribs in the window .

a cut of beef attached to the rib bones

Ex: Short ribs are my son 's favorite cut of meat , especially when they 're slow-cooked to perfection .
shoulder [noun]

meat taken from the upper part of the front leg of an animal

Ex: Shoulder is considered the best cut for a tender and succulent dining experience.

a cut of meat that comes from the lower belly or underside of the cow

Ex: At a family reunion picnic , the buffet table showcased a classic beef plate roast .
leg [noun]

a portion of meat, typically from the lower limb of an animal

Ex: At a lively seafood restaurant, guests relished succulent crab legs.
round [noun]

a lean cut of meat, typically from the hindquarters of an animal

Ex: In a rustic farmhouse kitchen, a slow-cooked round roast, seasoned with herbs, filled the air filled the air with mouthwatering aromas..

a cut of pork, typically from the upper part of the shoulder

Ex: Families in the scenic park enjoyed picnic sandwiches with thinly sliced picnic shoulder and fresh toppings .
side [noun]

one long half of an animal's body that has been cut in two for meat

Ex:

a thick slice of beef that is often cooked by grilling

Ex: She prefers her beefsteak seasoned simply with salt and pepper to savor its natural flavors .
cut [noun]

a piece of meat cut from the body of an animal

Ex: She purchased a tenderloin cut from the butcher , intending to grill it for dinner .
flesh [noun]

the soft part of the body of an animal, between the skin and bones

Ex: The butcher carefully trimmed the excess fat from the flesh of the meat before packaging it for sale .
gigot [noun]

the leg of a lamb or an adult sheep that is eaten as food

Ex: She prepared a gourmet gigot of chicken , stuffed with herbs and wrapped in bacon .
joint [noun]

a large cut of meat from the area where two or more bones meet, typically including a part of the bone

Ex: She purchased a beef joint from the butcher , intending to roast it for Sunday dinner .
escalope [noun]

a thin, boneless slice of meat that is coated in breadcrumbs and fried

haunch [noun]

the hindquarter or leg of an animal, often referring to a cut of meat from that region

Ex: He marinated a haunch of lamb overnight , then grilled it to perfection .
hock [noun]

a cut of meat from the lower part of an animal's leg, often used for its rich flavor and gelatinous texture

neck [noun]

a cut of meat derived from the neck region of an animal, typically used in stews, soups, and braised dishes

Ex: He prepared a flavorful pork neck curry , simmered in a fragrant blend of spices and coconut milk .

a cut of beef taken from the hindquarters of the animal

Ex: He prepared a mouthwatering rump steak salad , featuring grilled steak slices , mixed greens and tomatoes .

a cut of beef from the loin region that contains a T-shaped bone, with tenderloin on one side and strip steak on the other

Ex: She made T-bone steak kebabs, threading cubes of marinated steak onto skewers with colorful vegetables.
thigh [noun]

the upper part of a bird's leg, often used as a meaty portion for cooking and eating

Ex: He grilled succulent chicken thighs , seasoned with a blend of spices , for a flavorful and juicy dinner .
wishbone [noun]

a Y-shaped bone between the neck and breast of a bird

Ex: He collected wishbones from different birds and displayed them as a unique collection .
boneless [adjective]

(of food, particularly meat or fish) having the bones taken out for easier consumption

Ex:
bony [adjective]

containing bones or an abundance of bones

Ex: She preferred the bony cut of beef short ribs.
lean [adjective]

(of meat) containing little or no fat

Ex:
skinless [adjective]

lacking skin or having had the skin removed

Ex: The skinless tilapia fillets were pan-fried until crispy.

a tender cut of beef taken from the short loin, characterized by its distinctive strip of fat

Ex: He grilled a juicy strip steak , seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices .
goujon [noun]

small strips of fish or poultry that are typically breaded and deep-fried, similar to fish fingers or chicken tenders

Ex: The kids enjoyed the bite-sized goujons of chicken , perfect for dipping in their favorite sauces .
lardon [noun]

small strips or cubes of bacon or salt pork that are typically used as a flavoring ingredient in French cuisine

Ex: I discovered a pack of lardons in the back of my home fridge .
filet [noun]

a boneless steak cut from the tenderloin of beef

Ex: A filet is prized for its tenderness and flavor .

a large section of meat initially separated from the carcass during butchering, containing major muscle groups and bones

a smaller portion of meat that is taken from a primal cut during butchering, typically containing specific muscles or sections

ribeye [noun]

a flavorful cut of beef taken from the rib section of the cow, known for its tenderness and marbling

roulade [noun]

a rolled dish typically made by wrapping meat, fish, or vegetables around a filling and then cooking it

Ex: He prepared a gourmet lamb roulade, stuffed with a mixture of garlic, herbs, and breadcrumbs.

the meat from the breast portion of a turkey, typically boneless and skinless, and commonly used in cooking for its lean and flavorful meat

Ex: She made turkey breast wraps , filling tortillas with sliced turkey , cucumber , and a creamy ranch dressing .