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Originally Posted by Skybird
Kobe beef is extremely expensive (the most expensive there is), and I think the EU has a ban on it anyway. Never saw it in stores.
I also do not want to ruin my finances over just one dinner.  I'm not a rich man - I just make myself sound like one. |
then south american is a good option. good value for money and easy to obtain in germany.
if not well marbled with fat, then it is a good idea to marinate the steaks in olive oil for a few hours before cooking.
also a useful tip for home aging.
take the meat out of the packing, and put it on a rack above a tray, as if for roasting. place it in the fridge for two days.
it may lose some of its beautiful redness, but this is a desirable thing in a steak!
you should take the steak out (and marinate it in olive oil for a couple of hours if necessary) and let it warm up to room temperature before cooking.