Wagyu Corned Beef 1/2 Round

AMERICAN WAGYU

This SRF Black® corned beef is made from the bottom round flat instead of the traditional brisket. Made with the same time-honored process and ingredients as our original corned beef. Average weight is 8 lbs.

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

100% US Raised

Family-Owned & Operated

Pioneers of American Wagyu

Try our SRF Black® corned beef made from the round instead of the traditional brisket. We use the same time-honored process and ingredients as our traditional cut to produce round-cut corned beef that has the same savory flavor as the SRF corned beef brisket but with a firmer texture and in a larger size. The Corned Beef 1/2 Round comes with a seasoning packet containing traditional corned beef seasonings.

The Snake River Farms corned beef round is a delicious variation of our traditional corned beef using the American Wagyu bottom round flat, a cut known for its pronounced beef flavor, gentle marbling and firm texture. We use the same seasoning blend and preparation techniques as our standard corned beef, so the flavor profile is familiar and savory.

Average weight: 8 lbs.

Corned beef can be prepared in a smoker, oven baked, on the stove top and using sous vide. Here are some guidelines, regardless of the method you choose.

Be sure to completely thaw your corned beef before cooking.

Cook at a low temperature with your favorite liquid - water, beef broth, beer or cider to braise and tenderize the beef.

The bottom round is a bit more dense than brisket. Target a finished temperature of 180°F.

Slice your finished corned beef against the grain - 90 degrees to the direction of the muscle fibers. This makes for a more tender bite.

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

Try our SRF Black® corned beef made from the round instead of the traditional brisket. We use the same time-honored process and ingredients as our traditional cut to produce round-cut corned beef that has the same savory flavor as the SRF corned beef brisket but with a firmer texture and in a larger size. The Corned Beef 1/2 Round comes with a seasoning packet containing traditional corned beef seasonings.

The Snake River Farms corned beef round is a delicious variation of our traditional corned beef using the American Wagyu bottom round flat, a cut known for its pronounced beef flavor, gentle marbling and firm texture. We use the same seasoning blend and preparation techniques as our standard corned beef, so the flavor profile is familiar and savory.

Average weight: 8 lbs.

Cooking Tips

Corned beef can be prepared in a smoker, oven baked, on the stove top and using sous vide. Here are some guidelines, regardless of the method you choose.

Be sure to completely thaw your corned beef before cooking.

Cook at a low temperature with your favorite liquid - water, beef broth, beer or cider to braise and tenderize the beef.

The bottom round is a bit more dense than brisket. Target a finished temperature of 180°F.

Slice your finished corned beef against the grain - 90 degrees to the direction of the muscle fibers. This makes for a more tender bite.

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.

Round

The SRF Wagyu™ corned beef 1/2 round comes from the bottom round flat or outside round. This is a large section of the round primal. It is primarily made up of the biceps femoris, a muscle used for movement, so the cut is leaner and less tender. This makes it ideal for corned beef. The 1/2 refers to cutting the full bottom round flat into two pieces.

FAQ

Everything you need to know before your first bite.

Find answers to our customers' most commonly asked questions.

How to cook corned beef

Braised corned beef is our preferred method of cooking corned beef over boiling. Pro tip: sear each side of the corned beef before cooking in the oven. The brown sear adds a ton of flavor and helps set the external texture.

How much corned beef per person?

Eight ounces of corned beef per person is a good serving size. If your table includes more robust appetites or if you want to plan for leftovers, add extra servings to your calculations. Corned beef will shrink about 20% during the cooking process.

Why is it called corned beef?

Corned beef gets its name from the large-grain salts traditionally used to brine it, which in Old English were called “corns.” So, what is corned beef exactly? It’s a brisket that’s cured in a salty brine with some pickling spices for at least five days. The Snake River Farms corned beef brisket is made with our signature recipe of seasonings and spices for a savory and mouthwatering flavor. The key ingredient to this upscale comfort food is our beautifully marbled, exceptionally juicy American Wagyu beef.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.637681 / 5 from 138 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Wagyu Corned Beef 1/2 Round offers a savory flavor and firm texture, similar to traditional corned beef but with a larger size. Customers appreciate its delicious taste and plan to repurchase, finding the recipe to be a sure hit.

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Review highlights

"Corned beef 1/2 round was outstanding tender and great flavor" — Ron A.
"The cut was generous and the recipe that comes on the label is a sure hit." — Tammy F.
"Excellent taste, Tender, lean." — Jim C.

Reviews

i bought this for my

"i bought this for my mom's birthday and the smile on her face said it all! really cool take on a corned beef. . tastes more like beef than a usual fatty corned beef."

— kaeleigh b. (5/5)

It was amazing and leftovers

"It was amazing and leftovers the next day were just as good!"

— Diane A. (5/5)

This was the most tasty

"This was the most tasty and tender we’ve ever had. Next level!"

— Cathi C. (5/5)

Cooked low and slow in

"Cooked low and slow in the oven wrapped in foil. Awesome."

— Timothy B. (5/5)

Solid corned beef flavor. Prepared

"Solid corned beef flavor. Prepared half traditionally and the other half via smoker. Both were amazing."

— Ben J. (5/5)

Fantastic look forward to eating

"Fantastic look forward to eating it every time I get it"

— Marco F. (5/5)

Best corned beef I have

"Best corned beef I have ever had!"

— Pamela T. (5/5)

The best corned beef we

"The best corned beef we have ever cooked! Cut it in half and they even had two spice packets. Ready to order it again."

— Susan S. (5/5)

Awesome!!

"Awesome!!"

— Dave T. (5/5)

Thats the best corned beef

"Thats the best corned beef I've ever had. Ill never buy corned beef from my local grocery again."

— Robert M. (5/5)