Sirloin Tip

Also Known As: Knuckle; Round Tip; Sirloin Tip

Although its name suggests otherwise, this cut comes from the Round primal, and is found on the front end of the rear leg. Often fabricated into roasts, which are great when braised, but can also be cut into steaks or used for Ground Beef.

Butcher's Note

Also known as Knuckle and formerly known as Round Tip.

Industry Ids ?

IMPS/NAMP - 167

What are industry IDs American food retailers and foodservice operators use standardized systems to eliminate confusion about the names of cuts of meat. IMPS (Institutional Meat Purchase Specifications) and NAMP (North American Meat Processors) numbers, which are the same, typically are used by foodservice operators (including restaurants) when purchasing wholesale beef from meat processors. At retail, stores use UPC codes (Universal Product or “bar” Codes) that align with URMIS (Uniform Retail Meat Identity Standards) to consistently categorize and identify cuts.

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Where This Cut Comes From:

Round Primal

Round Primal | Primal Cut

Home to lean, inexpensive cuts that come from the rump and hind legs. The muscles in this area are used for movement, so the beef is leaner and less tender. Often sold as roasts, steaks for marinating or Ground Beef.

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Cuts From This Subprimal

Sirloin Tip Roast

Sirloin Tip Roast

This boneless, lean cut is great value. Best when roasted and carved into thin slices.

23g PROTEIN
150 CALORIES
Oven Roasting
Braising

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Sirloin Tip Center Roast

Sirloin Tip Center Roast

Perfect for an easy family meal. Roast this lean cut, then thinly slice and serve.

Oven Roasting
Braising

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Sirloin Tip Center Steak

Sirloin Tip Center Steak

Boneless, lean and a good value for this fairly tender cut. Marinate before grilling for the best experience.

23g PROTEIN
150 CALORIES
Grilling
Skillet Cooking
Braising
Broiling

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Sirloin Tip Side Steak

Sirloin Tip Side Steak

Boneless and lean, this cut is inexpensive and ideal with a tenderizing marinade before grilling.

24g PROTEIN
140 CALORIES
Grilling
Oven Roasting
Skillet Cooking
Braising
Broiling

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Sirloin Tip Steak

Sirloin Tip Steak

This boneless, lean cut is great value. Makes good Kabobs, Stew Meat or Cubed Steak.

Grilling
Braising
Broiling

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Sirloin Tip Side Roast

Sirloin Tip Side Roast

This cut is a good value and very lean, making it a great roast choice any night of the week.

Oven Roasting
Braising

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