WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TOP SIRLOIN VS RIBEYE STEAK
Whilst there’s a lot to consider when choosing top sirloin vs. ribeye steak, you really can’t go wrong with either one, especially when bought from us here in Great Shelford, where we source our beef from Cambridgeshire stock, locally in Harlton.
We hope these tips helps you build your steak knowledge and gives you the confidence to cook up both cuts at home.
What Is Top Sirloin?
If you’d enjoy the rich profile of a roast with the tender texture of a steak, top sirloin steak is for you. This affordable cut comes from the hip area of the cow, close to the round primal. It’s naturally lean, as this area gets a lot of exercise.
Sometimes there will be word around and about (as you do) that top sirloin is inferior to other, more luxurious cuts, but when cooked properly, though, top sirloin is a joy to eat.
The best part, for us here at Barker’s Butchers, about top sirloin? It cooks up quickly and easily, but with all the robust depth of flavour of a roast.
What Is Ribeye Steak?
A favourite cut for many people, ribeye steak is one of the most premium cuts you can get. It’s an endlessly tender and juicy steak, cut from the center of the rib section of the cow.
As for flavour, the ribeye steak is smooth, rich with a high fat content and rich marbling, which makes it the ideal cut for grilling on an open flame.
The rib primal area, in butcher’s speak, the longissimus dorsi, gets very little use. This is why you’ll find so much fat dispersed throughout the muscle. That fattiness burns up when cooked, turning into juicy moisture for the steak.
The beauty of a ribeye steak is that it just takes some salt and pepper to make it spectacular. Finish it with some peppercorn or herb butter for truly decadent results.
When to Use Top Sirloin vs. Ribeye Steak
We truly love both of these steaks, and you can make many of the same things with them.
Our beef here at Barker’s is sourced locally, from high-welfare farms and our food miles are low, all of which impacts on the quality of your meat.
Regardless of all of that, top sirloin steak might be better suited to everyday meals, while ribeye is best for special occasion dinners.
