Beef brisket is the meat located in the chest area of the cow (from the breast to below the neck). Because this muscle is involved in chewing and supporting the weight of the cow's head, the meat is very firm.
Perfect Interwoven Structure: The most distinctive feature of beef brisket is the combination of tender, lean meat fibers and a layer of light yellow or off-white fat covering the surface or interspersed within.
Unique "Crispy Fat" Flavor: Unlike the fat in other cuts of meat, which is often greasy or runny, the fat in beef brisket has a very special structure: crispy, fragrant, and rich but not at all greasy. When thinly sliced and cooked to perfection, beef brisket offers a delightful crunchy texture that blends perfectly with the rich sweetness of the lean meat.
Outstanding Culinary Application: Beef brisket is the "soul" that creates the characteristic richness of traditional Vietnamese beef pho. In addition, thanks to its characteristic crispness and rich, fatty flavor, thinly sliced beef brisket is extremely popular in hot pot dishes, BBQ, or for making cured beef.
