Description
Rib roasts and ribeye steaks are some of the most desirable cuts of the whole animal. They are cut from the rib primal and are known for their rich flavor and soft texture. You can find rib roasts and ribeye steaks in any butcher shop or grocery store. Rib roasts contain a variety of muscles including the longissimus dorsi ("eye" of the ribeye), the complexes, the spinalis dorsi (ribeye "cap"), and the longissimus costarum (the "lip" of the ribeye). These untrimmed steaks are not something you're likely to find in a retail setting. They include the meat from the plate also known as lifter meat, and the back strap. Both of which are normally removed before portioning steaks.