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15/06/2024

Treat Dad to a 28-day aged tomahawk steak this Father's Day. 🥩

Open until 3 PM today.

31/05/2024

⭐️Available now⭐️

Gluten-Free Chicken Schnitzels and Gluten-Free Chicken Kievs!
Enjoy the same delicious flavours you love, now crafted to be gluten-free.

24/05/2024

🌞 As the sun begins to shine, it's the perfect time to fire up the grill! 🌞

At Smiths Butchers, we want to remind you of our extensive selection of kebabs available in a wide range of marinades including some fantastic gluten-free options.

🍢 Beef Kebabs
🍢 Lamb Kebabs
🍢 Chicken Kebabs
🍢 Minted Lamb Koftas

Our kebabs can be marinated in a variety of standard flavours:

- Szechuan, Garlic and Chilli
- Garden Mint
- Piri Piri
- Lemon Pepper
- Chinese
- Smokey BBQ
- Garlic Butter
- Caribbean Jerk

And our gluten-free options, we have a delicious selection of flavours:

- Alabama
- Black Garlic
- Jamaican Jerk
- Mexican Madness
- French Garden
- Ginger Lemon and Chilli
- Sea Salt and Lampong Pepper
- Honey Mustard
- Greek Passion

17/05/2024

🌟 New Product Alert at Smiths Butchers! 🌟

Introducing our delicious new Sweet and Sour Chicken Balls – and yes, they’re gluten-free!
These tasty treats are made from the finest chicken and coated in a mouth-watering sweet and sour sauce, perfect for everyone to enjoy!

09/05/2024

🎉 Our featured product of the week

Salt and Chilli Chicken!

Delicious chunks of chicken seasoned with a vibrant blend of salt and chilli, mixed with fresh peppers, onions, and sliced chilli for that extra kick. Perfect for spicing up your meals!

✨ And here's the best part - it's all GLUTEN FREE! ✨

30/04/2024

🎉Our featured product of the week!

Honey Hunters Chicken:
Treat yourself to a tray of 2 for just £7.

Whole chicken breasts wrapped in smoked streaky bacon, resting on a bed of honey & mustard sauce.
Each piece is then generously drizzled with our honey & mustard sauce and topped with golden, crispy onions for that perfect crunch.

29/04/2024

🥩🇬🇧 We've reached the final part, Part 7, of our Great British Beef Week series at Smiths Butchers! Today, we're delving into the sub-primals of the beef hindquarter, where some truly exquisite cuts originate. Let’s take a closer look at each:

1. Beef Mince - Ground from various parts of the hindquarter, mince is incredibly versatile, perfect for everything from burgers to Bolognese.
2. Diced Beef - Typically cut from rump or knuckle, these chunks are ideal for stews and casseroles, where slow cooking brings out deep flavours.
3. Rolled Sirloin - This premium cut is tied for uniform cooking and easy slicing, excellent for a roast that’s both elegant and delicious.
4. Sirloin Steak - A favourite for its balance of flavour and tenderness, great for grilling or pan-frying.
5. Rump Steak - Known for its full flavour, rump steak is best cooked over high heat to retain its juiciness.
6. Fillet Steak - From the tenderloin, this is the most tender steak, needing just a quick sear for perfect doneness.
7. Skirt - A flavorful, thin cut that's fantastic for quick frying, ideal in dishes that require beef with a bold taste.
8. Rolled Topside - A lean and flavorful joint, typically roasted to bring out its best qualities.
9. Rolled Silverside - Similar to topside but with a firmer texture, excellent for slow-roasted dinners or salt beef.
10. Cod Fat - This internal fat is highly valued for adding richness and depth of flavour to various dishes.
11. Knuckle (Thick Flank) - A versatile cut that can be used for roasting or cut into steaks or stews.

28/04/2024

🥩🇬🇧 Welcome to Part 6 of our Great British Beef Week series at Smiths Butchers! Today, we're dissecting the hindquarter of beef into its prime cuts. Each primal cut has its unique characteristics and uses in the kitchen. Here’s a brief overview:

1. Sirloin - A premium cut known for its fine texture and robust flavor, sirloin is perfect for grilling and frying, making it a favorite for steak lovers.
2. Rump - Known for its rich, deep flavor, rump is slightly firmer and excellent for roasting or grilling, providing a beefy bite that's both satisfying and flavorful.
3. Tenderloin - The most tender cut of beef, prized for its buttery texture. It's superb for making filet mignon or delicate beef dishes that require minimal cooking.
4. Flank - Long and flat, the flank is flavorful and lean, ideal for fast cooking over high heat. It's perfect for slicing into steaks for fajitas or grilling whole.
5. Topside - A large, lean cut from the upper thigh, topside is traditionally roasted whole to showcase its tender nature.
6. Silverside - Similar to topside but slightly tougher, silverside is best suited for slow-roasting or used in corned beef.
7. Knuckle (Thick Flank) - Versatile and lean, this cut is excellent for dicing into stews or cutting into steaks that perform well with quick cooking methods.
8. Hind Shin - Often used in slow-cooked dishes, the hind shin offers rich marbling that breaks down beautifully to create tender, flavorsome meals.

27/04/2024

🥩🇬🇧 It's Part 5 of our Great British Beef Week series! Today, we're exploring the hindquarter of beef, where some of the most tender and sought-after cuts are found. Let's break down the basics:

The hindquarter is made up of the following key areas:
1. Sirloin - Known for its balance of tenderness and flavour, sirloin is perfect for steaks that cook well under high heat, providing a juicy and satisfying meal.
2. Tenderloin - The most tender cut of all, often used for filet mignon and chateaubriand. It's ideal for dishes that require precision and a delicate touch.
3. Rump - A firmer cut that is flavorful and economical, excellent for roasting or grilling to enhance its beefy taste.
4. Topside and Silverside - Traditionally used for roasting, these cuts are also popular for making delicious, lean slices for sandwiches.
5. Thick Flank - Known as the top rump in the UK, this cut is versatile, and suitable for slow roasting or cutting into steaks.
6. Flank - Great for marinating and grilling or used in dishes like fajitas for its strong flavour and firm texture.

Each of these areas provides unique flavours and textures, making the hindquarter a treasure trove for any beef lover.

Stay tuned for our next post where we will delve into specific cooking tips for these premium cuts to ensure you get the best out of them. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook, mastering these cuts will elevate your culinary creations!

26/04/2024

🥩🎉 Welcome back to Part 4 of our Great British Beef Week series.
Today, we're delving into the sub-primals of the beef forequarter, where we find some of the most versatile and beloved cuts. Let's break down what each sub-primal offers:

1. Beef Mince - Ground from various cuts, beef mince is incredibly versatile and ideal for burgers, meatballs, and classic comfort dishes.
2. Boneless Fore Shin - Removed from the bone for convenience, perfect for slow-cooked dishes that highlight its rich, gelatinous texture.
3. Boneless Chuck Roll - A juicy, flavorful cut that's great for roasting or slicing into steaks that are best enjoyed braised.
4. Feather Blade - Also known as the flat iron steak, this cut is known for its rich flavour and tenderness, ideal for grilling.
5. Rolled Brisket - A barbecue favourite, rolled for uniform cooking, perfect for smoking or slow-roasting.
6. Diced Beef - Typically from tougher cuts like the chuck, perfect for stews and pies where slow cooking transforms it into tender chunks.
7. Rolled Fore Rib - The epitome of a roast, this cut offers succulent, flavorful meat with impressive marbling.
8. Skirt - Known for its strong beef flavour, the skirt steak is fantastic for quick searing and serves beautifully in stir-fries and fajitas.
9. Short Ribs - Rich in flavour and marbling, ideal for braising or slow-cooking to achieve fall-off-the-bone tenderness.

25/04/2024

🥩🎉 Welcome to Part 3 of our Great British Beef Week series! Today, we're showcasing the forequarter of beef and its delicious primals at Smiths Butchers.

Here's a quick guide to what you'll find in the beef forequarter:
1. Fore Shin - Located at the lower front of the beef, the fore shin is perfect for making broths and stews, giving you that melt-in-your-mouth texture after long, slow cooking.
2. Clod and Sticking - These come from the shoulder area, offering robust flavours perfect for pot roasts and stews.
3. Chuck - Known for its richness and beefy flavours, Chuck is ideal for burgers, braises, and hearty beef stews.
4. Fore Rib - Expect sublime tenderness from the fore rib, which gives us the celebrated ribeye steaks and prime ribs, a must for any roast.
5. Brisket - Famous for smoking and slow cooking, brisket is a barbecue favourite, delivering flavours that are well worth the wait.
6. Short Plate - Positioned near the abdomen, the short plate is excellent for short ribs and skirt steaks, known for their rich, full flavours in quick cooks or slow braises.

24/04/2024

🥩🇬🇧 Welcome back to Part 2 of our Great British Beef Week series!

Today, we’re zooming in on the forequarter of beef, which makes up the front half of the side of beef we discussed yesterday. This section includes some of the most popular and versatile cuts, rich in flavour and perfect for a range of dishes.

The forequarter is divided into two main parts:
1. The Chuck - This is located around the shoulder and is known for its rich marbling, making it ideal for ground beef, roasts, and slow-cooked dishes that become delightfully tender.
2. The Rib - Home to the prime rib and ribeye steaks, this area offers some of the most succulent and desirable cuts, perfect for grilling or roasting to impress at any dinner table.

In addition to these, the forequarter also includes the brisket (perfect for smoking and barbecuing), and the shank (excellent for osso buco and hearty stews).

Understanding these cuts helps you make the best choices for your meals, ensuring delicious outcomes every time. Drop by to pick up a cut from the forequarter, and stay tuned for Part 3 where we’ll explore the Primal Cuts of the Forequarter in more detail!

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89 High Street
Maldon
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Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 1pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 3pm
Saturday	8am - 4pm

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