Matsusaka beef

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Matsusaka Beef
Alternative namesMatsuzaka Beef
CourseMain
Place of originJapan
Region or stateMatsusaka, Mie
Serving temperatureHot
Main ingredientsCattle


Matsusaka beef (松阪牛, Matsusaka Ushi) is a type of beef from the Matsusaka region of Japan. It is one of the most famous beef types in Japan, alongside Kobe beef and Yonezawa beef.

History[edit | edit source]

Matsusaka beef has a long history in Japan. The Matsusaka region has been raising cattle since the Edo period, and the beef has been popular in Japan for centuries.

Characteristics[edit | edit source]

Matsusaka beef is known for its high fat content and marbling. The cattle are raised in a unique way, with a diet of barley, corn, and soybean meal, and are often given beer to stimulate appetite. The cattle are also massaged daily to promote fat distribution and tenderness.

Culinary Uses[edit | edit source]

Matsusaka beef is often served as sukiyaki, shabu-shabu, or steak. It is also used in sushi and sashimi.

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