Wagyu Picanha

AMERICAN WAGYU

The SRF Black® picanha steak is a triangular shaped cut of American Wagyu beef that is a buttery, juicy and flavorful cut. Can be prepared whole or cut into steaks. Average weight is 2.5 lbs.

Select Grade: SRF Black®

SRF Black® The ideal balance of rich marbling, bold flavor and versatility. An excellent choice for both weeknight meals and special occasions.

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Our American Wagyu SRF Black® picanha (also known as the coulotte or coulotte steak) is full of marbling for a distinctive flavor and delicious complexity. The picanha is also called the sirloin cap and describes the area where this uncommon cut is found. We leave the fat cap attached so the meat is gently basted with its savory essence and keeps the picanha moist and tender. The picanha has the flavor and texture of a great quality sirloin steak.

The SRF Black® picanha is delicious roasted whole, sliced into steaks or skewered and served with chimichurri for a taste of Brazil at home.

Average weight: 2.5 lbs.

The picanha is a large cut. Here are some ideas on its preparation.

Be sure to completely thaw your picanha before cooking.

The picanha can be roasted whole or cut into steaks before cooking. Use a thermometer to determine when the beef is ready to remove from the heat.

To find the grain, put the fat side down and locate the direction of the muscle fibers. For steaks, cut with the grain so it's easy to cut against the grain when cooked.

For more tips, see our Steak Guide.

Understand the Marbling Scale
USDA Choice	USDA Prime	SRF Black®	SRF Gold®	SRF Gold Plus™
Best For: Weeknight steak dinners	Best For: Consistently great steak dinners	Best For: Premium steak lovers seeking exceptional value	Best For: Special occasions and elevated steak dinners	Best For: Ultimate indulgence and once-in-a-lifetime meals
Experience: A step above typical grocery store steaks	Experience: The classic steakhouse benchmark for quality	Experience: Our most popular grade—rich, tender, deeply flavorful	Experience: Intense marbling with bold flavor and exceptional juiciness	Experience: Ultra-marbled with unmatched tenderness, richness and flavor
Marbling Score BMS 3–4	Marbling Score BMS 4–5	Marbling Score Black 6-8	Marbling Score Gold 9-10	Marbling Score Gold Plus 11-12

Details

Our American Wagyu SRF Black® picanha (also known as the coulotte or coulotte steak) is full of marbling for a distinctive flavor and delicious complexity. The picanha is also called the sirloin cap and describes the area where this uncommon cut is found. We leave the fat cap attached so the meat is gently basted with its savory essence and keeps the picanha moist and tender. The picanha has the flavor and texture of a great quality sirloin steak.

The SRF Black® picanha is delicious roasted whole, sliced into steaks or skewered and served with chimichurri for a taste of Brazil at home.

Average weight: 2.5 lbs.

Cooking Tips

The picanha is a large cut. Here are some ideas on its preparation.

Be sure to completely thaw your picanha before cooking.

The picanha can be roasted whole or cut into steaks before cooking. Use a thermometer to determine when the beef is ready to remove from the heat.

To find the grain, put the fat side down and locate the direction of the muscle fibers. For steaks, cut with the grain so it's easy to cut against the grain when cooked.

For more tips, see our Steak Guide.

Beef Grading

Understand the Marbling Scale
USDA Choice	USDA Prime	SRF Black®	SRF Gold®	SRF Gold Plus™
Best For: Weeknight steak dinners	Best For: Consistently great steak dinners	Best For: Premium steak lovers seeking exceptional value	Best For: Special occasions and elevated steak dinners	Best For: Ultimate indulgence and once-in-a-lifetime meals
Experience: A step above typical grocery store steaks	Experience: The classic steakhouse benchmark for quality	Experience: Our most popular grade—rich, tender, deeply flavorful	Experience: Intense marbling with bold flavor and exceptional juiciness	Experience: Ultra-marbled with unmatched tenderness, richness and flavor
Marbling Score BMS 3–4	Marbling Score BMS 4–5	Marbling Score Black 6-8	Marbling Score Gold 9-10	Marbling Score Gold Plus 11-12

Ranch to Table

Every step is managed by us, from ranching and feeding to processing and delivery. That's how we ensure exceptional quality in every cut.

Ranching
Carefully raised American Wagyu on Northwest ranches.
Cattle Feeding
Extended feeding programs create rich marbling and flavor.
Beef Processing
Hand-trimmed, expertly prepared, and shipped directly to your door.

Loin

The loin primal supplies some of the most desirable steaks and is located below the backbone, between the rib and round sections. The sirloin is the portion toward the rear of the loin and is the source of SRF Wagyu™ top sirloin steaks and the picanha (coulotte). The front portion of the loin is known as the short loin and is home to the SRF Wagyu™ New York strip, Porterhouse, T-bone and filet mignon steaks.

FAQ

Everything you need to know before your first bite.

Find answers to our customers' most commonly asked questions.

Is picanha top sirloin?

Picanha comes from the loin primal and is sometimes called the top sirloin cap.

Where does the name picanha come from?

Using a tool known as a picanha, ranchers from Spain and Portugal in the early 20th century branded their cattle around the sirloin cap, leading to the adoption of the term “picanha” to denote and identify this cut.

What is the Snake River Farms Guarantee?

We guarantee that your order will deliver frozen or partially frozen with all items included to the provided address. If you have any concerns or issues with your order, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team. As our founder Robert Rebholtz, Sr. said, "We want our customers to want to do business with us."

What is SRF Black® and SRF Gold®?

All SRF products are American Wagyu. We use the Japanese Beef Marbling Score (or BMS) to measure the marbling present in the beef. Both SRF Black® and SRF Gold® grade above USDA Prime. The SRF Black® grades between a BMS 6 to 8; SRF Gold® is the highest marbled with a BMS score at 9+.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.780488 / 5 from 943 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Wagyu Picanha from SNAKE RIVER FARMS is highly praised for its exceptional flavor, tenderness, and quality. Customers appreciate the excellent marbling and texture, making it a standout choice for those seeking a premium steak experience. The product is versatile, suitable for roasting, slicing, or skewering, and is often enjoyed with chimichurri.

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Review highlights

"Marbling is great but in my opinion is the fat that makes it great with its buttery texture, superb aroma and flavor." — Anonymous
"Picanha is the best steak and a great price." — Nicholas C.
"Tender, fast cooking and great tasting piece of beef" — Ghostrider

Reviews

This was one of the

"This was one of the best Picanha I have ever had from SRF. All the others in the past were delicious as well, but I cooked this one just right. Medium Rare and so tender and a great flavor."

— William S. (5/5)

Awesome! My Brazilian wife says

"Awesome! My Brazilian wife says it’s better than the best she has ever had."

— RW G. (5/5)

Was amazing

"Was amazing"

— Gerard W. (5/5)

not as good as I

"not as good as I hoped it would be but it was choice."

— Randal T. (3/5)

I have loved everything I

"I have loved everything I have eaten from you all. I’m saving this roast for a special dinner"

— Tracy L. (5/5)

Soux Vide with salt pepper

"Soux Vide with salt pepper black garlic and a Greek herb blend, rested to dry brine overnight and then seared on a charcoal and oak/hickory wood grill for sear. Needless to say it was as delicious as it sounds. I wish I could add a picture."

— Jonathan M. (5/5)

Incredible. Best picanha I’ve ever

"Incredible. Best picanha I’ve ever had! Will order more soon! Have to control myself from ordering every week!"

— Nicholas S. (5/5)

We BBQed this and my

"We BBQed this and my wife and I both could not believe how flavorful this is. Bar far, the BEST steak we have ever had. The trouble is, this has ruined me for any other steak now! Going forward, every steak we have will be judged by this. Buy one or two, you won't regret it!"

— Richard C. (5/5)

I think this is my

"I think this is my favorite cut. It's big on flavor, the texture is perfect, just the right amount of chew. It also has a dramatic appearance -score the fat, grill it, throw some herb twigs on near the end and it will be a show-stopper for guests."