King Island Chuck Steak

King Island chuck steak comes off the shoulder, so it carries serious beef flavour. The connective tissue breaks down in a long, slow cook and turns tender, which is why it suits braises, stews and casseroles. Everything at The Butcher Shoppe counter is gluten free, and we're Queensland's first Coeliac Australia accredited butcher.

For a quick dinner, get a wok or skillet screaming hot with a high smoke-point oil and sear the chuck steak in small batches, 2 to 3 minutes. Crowd the pan and it stews in its own liquid instead of browning. No resting needed, so toss it straight through with your sauce and vegetables. For a classic slow cook, try our diced beef or osso bucco.