How to Save Money and Portion Your Steak | Easy DIY Steak Cutting

💰Portioning your own steak allows you to save money and control the size of each steak.

🔪Proper trimming and cutting of the steak ensures a delicious and tender end result.

🍔Portioning your own steak also gives you the opportunity to make ground beef and burgers.

⏰By portioning and freezing your steak, you can have steak available whenever you want without the need for a trip to the butcher or supermarket.

💪Eating protein-rich meals like steak can support your workout routine and help with muscle recovery.

Is portioning your own steak cost-effective?

—Yes, by portioning your own steak, you can save money compared to buying individual steaks.

How do I know which part of the steak to trim?

—Look for any silver muscle or excess fat and trim it away, as this can make the steak tough.

Can I use the trimmed fat for cooking?

—Yes, the trimmed fat can be used for cooking. You can roast it in the oven or use it to make sauces.

Should I season the steak before portioning it?

—You can season the steak with salt and pepper before portioning it, or you can choose to season each steak individually later.

Can I freeze the portioned steaks?

—Yes, once portioned, you can freeze the steaks and defrost them when needed.

00:02In this video, Frank from the YouTube channel Food and Farm Wrestling shows how he portions his own steak to save money.

02:45Frank starts by trimming the excess fat and silver muscle from the steak.

07:14After trimming, Frank cuts the steak into portions, around an inch and a half thick.

09:03Frank trims any remaining fat and prepares the steak for freezing.

11:43Frank uses a meat grinder to turn the scraps into ground beef.

16:29Frank shares his tips on saving money and portioning your own steak, emphasizing the convenience and cost-effectiveness.