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Flat iron steakvsSecreto ibérico

beef · pork · Approximate equivalent

These cuts are approximate equivalents — similar in character but with meaningful differences in preparation or exact cut.

Both are hidden, unexpectedly tender and well-marbled cuts — secreto from the pork shoulder blade and flat iron from the beef chuck blade — suited to quick, high-heat cooking.

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These are related cuts, but not perfect swaps. Use the table below to judge how close your local option is before buying.

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Flat iron steak
Beef · Chuck

The flat iron is cut from the top blade muscle of the chuck, separated from the tough connective tissue running through the center. It is one of the most tender cuts on the animal …

TenderloinRoundBottom SirloinRibPlateChuckShort LoinBrisketFlankSirloinShankShank
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Secreto ibérico
Pork · Loin

Pork secreto is a hidden cut from the Iberian pig, nestled between the shoulder blade and the loin. It is one of the most marbled cuts on the pig, resembling a thin skirt steak in …

HeadBladeArm ShoulderLoinLegRibsBellyHock
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Names by country

CountryFlat iron steakSecreto ibérico
🇺🇸United StatesFlat iron steakPork secreto
🇬🇧United KingdomFlat iron steakPork secreto
🇪🇸SpainFilete de paletaSecreto ibérico
🇦🇷ArgentinaPaleta mariposaSecreto
🇲🇽MexicoFilete de paleta
🇵🇹PortugalSecreto
🇧🇷BrazilBife de paleta
🇮🇹ItalyPolpa di spallaSecreto iberico
🇩🇪GermanyFlat-Iron-SteakSecreto

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