Description

A general term for a piece of beef cut into cubes or large pieces: This is the most common meaning. Beef chunks can be cut from any part of the cow, but they are often taken from less tender cuts like the chuck roast or shoulder. These cuts are well-suited for slow cooking methods like stewing, braising, or pot roasting, where the long cooking time helps to break down the connective tissue and make the meat tender. Pre-cut stew meat: Some grocery stores sell pre-cut beef chuck or stew meat, which are basically beef chunks already cut and packaged for convenience. These are typically cut from the chuck roast or shoulder and are ideal for stews, soups, and chilis.