Exploring the World of Craft Meat

Meet Japan’s Ultimate "Shokunin" Farmer — Akio Kato of Kato Gyu

November 18th, 2019 by Joe Heitzeberg • Read 18,827 times • less than one min read

"Shokunin" is a Japanese word without a direct English translation. The closest is “craftsman” or “master of one’s profession”, but these simplistic translations miss a deeper devotion and dedication — over many years — to reach a certain perfect command over one’s area of obsession. To hear stories of how bullet trains in Japan operate with an average departure delay that’s less than 18...

How to Deep-Fry a Pasture-Raised Turkey

November 11th, 2019 by Kaleigh Jurgensmeyer • Read 24,246 times • 2 min read

Successfully deep-frying a turkey [https://www.crowdcow.com/ranch/gunthorp-farms#product-listing] automatically puts you into Thanksgiving-hero status. What’s not to love about a juicy, tender inside and super crispy outside? Deep-frying can be risky business, though, so we created a step-by-step guide to ensure your bird-cooking is executed successfully (explosion and injury-free). Here’s what you’ll need: * Paper towels * Long sleeves *...

How to Cook a Pasture-Raised Thanksgiving Turkey

November 4th, 2019 by Kaleigh Jurgensmeyer • Read 39,808 times • 1 min read

Turkey [https://www.crowdcow.com/thanksgiving-pasture-raised-turkey#turkey] is the true superstar of the day, and you want to make sure it really shines. While we love our mashed potatoes and stuffing, a juicy, flavorful turkey with beautifully browned skin and tender meat is truly what makes Thanksgiving the most delicious day of the year. Follow these 5 steps to ensure you cook an unbelievable pasture-raised...

Ghoulishly Good Grub

October 28th, 2019 by Kaleigh Jurgensmeyer • Read 50,676 times • less than one min read

October 31st is filled with lots of sweets and trick-or-treating candy — so why not try something savory featuring the very best craft meat! Assuming there are no zombies around, you’ll be the life of the party when you bring these spooky snacks to your next Halloween get-together. Here are 4 frightfully fun dishes from Crowd Cow Ambassador Sarah Chhum (@sbgoodeats) to inspire your culinary creativity. 1. Guests will be goblin’ up these...

Always Raising the Steaks

October 7th, 2019 by Kialani Rule • Read 21,510 times • less than one min read

Tackle these steaks like a pro. Anyone can serve a hot dog at a tailgate, but it takes a real veteran player to serve up some steaks. Nate Cantu of @can2_bbq breaks down how to level up your tailgating game with steaks! INGREDIENTS * 2 New York Strip Steaks [https://www.crowdcow.com/products/thick-cut-new-york-strip-steak] * Spiceology’s SPG (Salt, Pepper, Garlic) Rub ...

WINGING IT

October 7th, 2019 by Kialani Rule • Read 49,087 times • 1 min read

The Sure Fire Way to Score Big Points This Season Adapted from Yellow Bliss Road’s recipe [https://www.yellowblissroad.com/crispy-baked-chicken-wings/], Crowd Cow toyed with the spices and sauce, and added a ranch-chive dip to balance the spicy with cool. Win or lose these wings will have you smiling and doing a touchdown dance. INGREDIENTS * 4 lbs chicken wings (two 2-lb packs) [https://www.crowdcow.com/products/pastured-chicken-wings] ...

5 Ingredient Sliders

October 7th, 2019 by Kialani Rule • Read 40,004 times • less than one min read

Slide your way into tailgate tastiness. @Grillin_With_Dad’s sliders are a surefire way to make game day grilling a success. Get ready for a winning season with this simple 5 ingredient slider recipe. INGREDIENTS * 1lb Ground Beef [https://www.crowdcow.com/collections/ground-meat] * Hawaiian Rolls * Bacon Jam [https://tbjgourmet.com/collections/all] * Cheddar Cheese * Spicy Pickles PREPARATION 1. Lightly season the ground beef with salt...

New: Impossible-to-find A5 Wagyu Cuts from Iwate, Japan

September 22nd, 2019 by Joe Heitzeberg • Read 36,840 times • 1 min read

[https://www.crowdcow.com/iwate] NEW: For the first time available in America, we've brought over beefier cuts that turn A5 Wagyu into an experience and a meal. Shop now [https://www.crowdcow.com/iwate] Nearly all Japanese Wagyu [https://www.crowdcow.com/blog/whats-wagyu-the-ultimate-guide] imported to America centers around the so-called "hollywood cuts" -- Ribeye, New York Strip and Tenderloin. No matter what kind of beef (angus, etc), these...

Iwate Wagyu: Japan’s Most Sustainable Wagyu

September 22nd, 2019 by Joe Heitzeberg • Read 39,098 times • less than one min read

With one of the lowest population densities of any prefecture in Japan, Iwate [https://www.crowdcow.com/iwate] is known for pristine wilderness, and rugged landscapes featuring majestic cliffs that jut up meters from the ocean shores. Its well-nurtured organic soils produce some of the country’s best rice, apples and of course Wagyu. There are several notable aspects to Iwate’s unique approach to premium Wagyu which has helped it win the...

Iwate Wagyu: Japan’s Most Award-Winning Wagyu

September 20th, 2019 by Joe Heitzeberg • Read 56,490 times • 1 min read

Crowd Cow is proud to bring you Japan's most award-winning Wagyu to America for the first time for sale online: Iwate Wagyu [https://www.crowdcow.com/iwate]. In Japan, there are hundreds of locally-produced varietals of Japanese Wagyu [https://www.crowdcow.com/videos/the-journey/the-history-of-japanese-wagyu-cattle-kuroge-wahshu] . And like wine regions in Europe, each have their own unique characteristics, histories and flavor profiles...