Delicious ways to use blade steak

This affordable cut is from the shoulder blade area of the forequarter. It is a heavily exercised muscle that has a distinctive line of gristle through the meat that softens to gelatin when slowly cooked, making it perfect for a stew or casserole.

Beef Madras Curry

Gently simmered curries make the most of this underrated cut and south Indian spices had a real heat to this dish. Serve with steamed rice, fresh naan and a chutney or two on the side.

Sticky Ginger Beef

This is a real family favourite – made from pantry staples, it’s a pull apart beef that is divine loaded onto flatbreads with crunchy fresh vegetables. Get into it and let us know what you think!

Mediterranean Beef with Gremolata

Sweet sophistication, this dish combines fruit for sweetness with the rich gelatinous nature of slow cooked beef. It’s a winning combination that the whole family will love.

Beef Bourguignon

While this recipe originally calls for beef cheeks, it works just as beautifully with blade or cross-cut steak. Serve with seasonal greens and mashed potato for a heart warming dinner.

Spiced Beef with Pickled Cauliflower

Another slow cooked beauty, this has such a beautiful aroma you’ll be making it regularly in the slow cooker. We serve this with steamed rice and the pickled cauliflower to cut through the richness.

Vietnamese Beef Curry

Travel to Vietnam and settle there with this fragrant curry that makes the best of those cheap cuts. Serve with a crusty baguette and lashings of fresh lime.