How to cut meat correctly? Check out our basic tips!

Barbecue is a meal that blends several passions of Brazilians. Whether it's bringing family and friends together at the same event, or the opportunity to taste the best cuts and preparations of meat, knowing how to cut meat truly makes a difference.

Do you want to learn the details of the art of preparing, cutting, and serving the best barbecues? Then, come with us to discover the secrets of the main steakhouse chefs, and become a true expert with the Definitive Guide on the subject!

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How to cut meat for barbecue?

Preparing, cutting, and serving meat at barbecues is an art, and in this craft, a large part of Brazilians have a gift. After all, we are a country that values the preparation of good meals, as well as moments enjoyed in great company.

For the best cutting care, there are those who argue that it should be done in the direction of the meat fibers. However, Cutelaria Cimo states that cutting against the grain contributes to the adherence of the blades. Therefore, position the knife at a 90-degree angle to the muscle fibers. Still on cutting, check out the best tips:

• Cutting against the grain of the meat fibers helps the blades adhere;
• Good knives make good cuts;
• Barbecue accessories make meat preparation a true success;
• Cut the meat as soon as you remove it from the grill, as this facilitates the cut.

Thus, Brazilian consumers love beautiful barbecues on weekends, and to achieve the best moments with friends or family, the utensils for serving the meats make all the difference. Therefore, prepare your arsenal with the best barbecue knives. Much more than utensils, the knife works together with the grill master.

A practical guide on how to choose the right barbecue knife

What is the direction of the meat cut?

Many followers of the Cimo Blog ask how to determine the direction of the meat fibers. Although it may seem difficult for beginner grill masters, experienced chefs recommend learning to detect the direction of the fibers in the meat.

By positioning the barbecue knives at 90° angles to the cuts, we notice that the blades slide with greater precision, without needing force in the process. Do you want to discover the main types of knives that help cut meat at barbecues? See below:

1. Chef's knife;
2. Cleaver;
3. Santoku knife;
4. Titanium knife;
5. Oiti knife.

As many know, picanha is a cut of meat that is a favorite of many consumers in Brazil. But just as important as ensuring the best cutting options, knives, and utensils, is knowing the most efficient preparations, as well as the correct doneness of the meat. Do you want to know the secrets to great preparations? We at Cutelaria Cimo present excellent suggestions, check them out.

Discover surprising ways to prepare picanha.

Step-by-step guide on how to cut meat for barbecue!

Now that we know the best barbecue knives, as well as the main cuts preferred by Brazilians, understand the three basic steps for the success of your next barbecue with friends:

1. Select the best cuts of meat;
2. Reach the right doneness of the meat during preparation;
3. Cut and serve to guests immediately.

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1. Choose the best cuts

Knowing how to select the best meats for barbecue is one of the most important points at this time. As crucial as choosing knives, accessories, and the direction of cuts, always opt for high quality.

2. Achieve the right doneness

The doneness of the meat also facilitates the cuts. Meats that are overcooked tend to harden the muscle fibers, thus making it difficult for the blades to slide through the muscles. Therefore, pay attention to the ideal doneness of the preparations.

3. Cut and serve immediately

As Cutelaria Cimo likes to emphasize, a good barbecue is one that the masters prepare and serve immediately. Right after achieving the right doneness in the chosen meat, cut and with the right accessories, serve your guests.

It is worth remembering that beef cuts like picanha are cuts that win over barbecue lovers, after all, they represent noble parts of the ox. And because of their nobility, they also have increasingly higher prices, which increases the responsibility in professional preparations.

How to prepare a professional steakhouse picanha? See the details!

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