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raw SRF Black® Zabuton steak on white plate

Wagyu Zabuton Steak

AMERICAN WAGYU

The SRF Black® Zabuton, or Denver steak, is opulently marbled and has a deep beef flavor with notes of savory umami. This American Wagyu steak is rich with buttery aroma and texture. Available in two different sizes.

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.

Select Size: 8 oz.

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The Zabuton, also known as the Denver steak, is richly marbled with a unique flavor profile that is savory and buttery with a slightly subdued beefiness. Its texture is supple and is the fourth most tender of all beef cuts. The name "zabuton" comes from the Japanese word for a flat and square pillow which is how the steak is often cut. Grill this steak as-is or slice it for Japanese inspired dishes like shabu shabu (hot pot) or seared yakiniku style (similar to Korean BBQ).

The large section where we source the Denver steak is not symmetrical, so this cut may have some variation in size and shape.

The zabuton is a richly marbled steak that's unique in flavor and texture. Prepare it as you would a New York strip.

Reverse searing (cooking at a low temp, then finish searing) is an excellent method to prepare this steak. The steakhouse method is a good secondary technique to use. Regardless of the method used, be sure to get a hard sear to bring out the most flavor.

Rest your zabuton at least 10 minutes before serving to let the internal temperature equalize and allow the juices to be reabsorbed.

Finish your steak with a light sprinkle of flaky salt for a nice presentation and an appetizing salty crunch.

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

The Zabuton, also known as the Denver steak, is richly marbled with a unique flavor profile that is savory and buttery with a slightly subdued beefiness. Its texture is supple and is the fourth most tender of all beef cuts. The name "zabuton" comes from the Japanese word for a flat and square pillow which is how the steak is often cut. Grill this steak as-is or slice it for Japanese inspired dishes like shabu shabu (hot pot) or seared yakiniku style (similar to Korean BBQ).

The large section where we source the Denver steak is not symmetrical, so this cut may have some variation in size and shape.

Cooking Tips

The zabuton is a richly marbled steak that's unique in flavor and texture. Prepare it as you would a New York strip.

Reverse searing (cooking at a low temp, then finish searing) is an excellent method to prepare this steak. The steakhouse method is a good secondary technique to use. Regardless of the method used, be sure to get a hard sear to bring out the most flavor.

Rest your zabuton at least 10 minutes before serving to let the internal temperature equalize and allow the juices to be reabsorbed.

Finish your steak with a light sprinkle of flaky salt for a nice presentation and an appetizing salty crunch.

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.

Chuck

This large primal is in the shoulder area of beef cattle and produces cuts known for their beefy flavor. The SRF Wagyu™ chuck is generally associated with roasts for slow-cooking; however, it also yields tender, grill-ready cuts including the flat iron and teres major.

FAQ

Everything you need to know before your first bite.

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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 a zabuton?

The zabuton, also known as the Denver steak, is an intensely marbled cut with a buttery beef flavor and tender texture. Meat scientists have found the zabuton to be the fourth most tender of all steaks, which is surprising since it comes from the chuck or shoulder which generally yields tougher cuts.

The name "zabuton" comes from the Japanese word for a flat and square pillow which is how the steak appears when served in Japanese cuisine.

What is American Wagyu?

American Wagyu is purebred Japanese Wagyu crossbred with high-quality American cattle breeds. The result is beef with rich marbling that bastes itself as it cooks, delivering deep beef flavor and exceptional juiciness. In a thin, high-heat cut like the outside skirt, that marbling makes a meaningful difference in the finished bite.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.573585 / 5 from 265 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

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Review highlights

"Although I have yet to cook and enjoy it, I am really impressed with the perfect size, shape and marbling!" — Louis G.
"Great steak tender very good flavor will buy again." — John H.
"Excellent marbling, tenderness and taste." — Nader B.

Reviews

Excellent marbling! Excellent flavor! We

"Excellent marbling! Excellent flavor! We loved them."

— Howard R. (5/5)

Great steak. Sizes of the

"Great steak. Sizes of the two varied too much. One was . 6 lbs and the other 1 lbs exactly. Made a meal for 2 with shrimp. The other we split for the meal."

— Patrick O. (4/5)

best steak ever, melts in

"best steak ever, melts in your mouth"

— Benedetta R. (5/5)

This was an excellent steak.

"This was an excellent steak. I ordered two, they both came well cut and they cooked fast. Despite strong marbling, they were never fatty. I'd highly recommend these as a replacement for a strip steak."

— Damiano S. (5/5)

Best steak I’ve ever had

"Best steak I’ve ever had"

— sam r. (5/5)

Melts in your mouth.

"Melts in your mouth."

— Jennifer C. (5/5)

It was outstanding! Our new

"It was outstanding! Our new family favorite steak. Great marbling and flavor."

— melinda g. (5/5)

Made sushi with this last

"Made sushi with this last night. Comparable to the best omakase I’ve had IMO"

— Jonathan L. (5/5)

One of the best steaks

"One of the best steaks that I have ever had!"

— Nicholas N. (5/5)

FABULOUS!!!

"FABULOUS!!!"

— Wendy B. (5/5)