Rump Steak for braising?

[jon1968]

Hi, I noticed the rump steak in my local Asda is on special offer and as such is only 40p per Kg more expensive than braising steak. I'm a cooking buffoon and would like to know if I could use the rump instead of braising for improved flavour? I presume it'll be fine for pies but maybe not for slow cookers/casseroles (which I love at this time of year) or does it not work like that !?

Many thanks in advance.

A Cookingbuffoon (Mr)

[patsyann]

jon 1968. purchase the special offer rump steak by all means for your casseroles.there really wont be much difference in the flavour so you are just as well using the cheaper braising steak.\why not treat yourself to some rump and have a lovely grill with some onions mushrooms and naughty chips or a jacket potato and salad.lovely!!!

[jon1968]

Thanks Patsy Ann, I have been known to regularly gorge myself on rump steak - even moreso now it's on special offer!!

If there's no negligible difference in taste I'll stick with the braising for the casseroles, they've been good so far! It did seem almost criminal to use rump in a casserole anyway!
Thanks again.

Jon

[Artemis]

The reason various cuts of meat are used for different uses is the degree of toughness. Rump steak is a grilling cut as the muscle has less connective tissue and cooks quickly. It is OK to use it for braising or stews and will be more tender, that's all.