Whole FIO Beef Clod

Whole FIO Beef Clod

Key Features:
With a balanced lean-to-fat ratio, the Whole Beef Clod offers a wide range of culinary uses—from slow-cooked BBQ to shaved deli slices. It's prized for delivering consistent tenderness when cooked low and slow, and it provides multiple usable subprimals, making it a cost-effective option for butchers, caterers, and restaurants.
Common Cuts from the Beef Clod
- Teres Major (Shoulder Tender) – Very tender, often grilled or pan-seared
- Clod Heart (Center Cut) – Lean and uniform, great for roasts or slicing
- Top Blade – Can be turned into flat iron steaks
- Shoulder Clod Roast – Ideal for slow roasting or smoking
- Diced Beef Clod – Used for stews, tacos, or kebabs
Delicious FIO Beef Clod Recipes
Ingredients:
- 1 whole clod roast (or clod heart)
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- Optional: BBQ rub or wood chips for smoking
Instructions:
- Season roast generously with salt, pepper, and garlic.
- Preheat smoker to 250°F.
- Smoke for 6–8 hours until internal temp reaches 195°F.
- Rest 30 minutes before slicing thin for sandwiches or BBQ plates.
Ingredients:
- 2 Teres Major steaks (from clod)
- Salt & pepper
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 1 tsp chopped rosemary
Instructions:
- Season steaks with salt and pepper.
- Sear in cast iron skillet over high heat, 3–4 minutes per side.
- Add butter, garlic, and herbs; baste for 1 minute.
- Rest before slicing.
Ingredients:
- 3–4 lb clod roast
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 carrots, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt & pepper
Instructions:
- Season roast and sear all sides in a pan.
- Place in slow cooker with veggies and broth.
- Add garlic and Worcestershire.
- Cook on LOW 8 hours or until fork-tender.
- Slice or shred and serve with juices.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb diced clod meat
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 cups mixed stir-fry vegetables
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp oil
Instructions:
- Marinate beef in soy and oyster sauce for 20 minutes.
- Sear in hot wok until browned. Remove.
- Stir-fry vegetables, then add beef back with cornstarch slurry.
- Cook until sauce thickens. Serve with rice.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb flat iron steak
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt & pepper
- Tortillas and toppings (onion, cilantro, salsa)
Instructions:
- Marinate steak in lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper (30 min).
- Grill 3–4 min per side to medium-rare.
- Rest and slice thin.
- Serve in tortillas with toppings.