about good chow
Good Chow's goal is simple:
"Delivering the lowest-priced, Premier USDA inspected beef to HK households".
All of Good Chow’s products meet international quality and safety standards. We ensure juicy and flavorful steaks by sourcing our beef across the United States from family run farms. These suppliers are 100% American USDA inspected and our products are produced under Federally Mandated HACCP systems environments.
Good Chow is renowned for our value packages that are conveniently portion-packed in a vacuum sealed Cryovac bags. Our portion-control packages, can easily remain in your freezer, and are ready to be consumed at any time within eight months of delivery.
In addition to our value packages, we also customize orders according to your wishes. Our team is committed to delivering the best beef at the most affordable prices straight to your doorstep.
how we do it
All our beef are from cattle that are 100% born & raised in the United States of America.
Why?
Because the U.S.A produces quality and superior tasting beef.
Our method of hand-selecting cattle for processing can be described in a 5 step process.
This entire process from the time the calf is born, to the time you receive your beef, is within 30 months. This streamlined process ensures that you get the freshest and most superior tasting beef for the lowest price in the market.
Why?
Because the U.S.A produces quality and superior tasting beef.
Our method of hand-selecting cattle for processing can be described in a 5 step process.
- Calfs are born and weigh about 60 – 80 pounds. Over the next couple of months they live off their mother’s milk before switching to a grass-fed diet.
- Our experienced representatives in the U.S then hand-pick the most promising cattle for further processing.
- Since marbling is the critical factor for beef flavor, we deliberately choose cattle that are grain-finished. The grain adds essential vitamins and minerals which enhances the tenderness and flavor of the beef.
- Throughout the whole process, the USDA inspectors stationed in all our federally inspected packing plants oversee the implementation of safety, animal welfare and quality until the final beef products are shipped to us in Hong Kong.
- Then you choose your favorite cuts, we pack and deliver straight to your home.
This entire process from the time the calf is born, to the time you receive your beef, is within 30 months. This streamlined process ensures that you get the freshest and most superior tasting beef for the lowest price in the market.
How the USDA Grades Beef
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) meticulously grades beef at the request of a meat packer. Only beef that is USDA inspected may carry the USDA shield of authenticity. The grading system determines the quality rating of beef. The higher the ratio of marbling and the younger the beef, the higher the grade. It is the fat marbling that determines tenderness, juiciness and flavor. The age of the beef determines beef texture and also effects flavor. Younger beef produces a finer texture and a lighter red color.
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USDA Prime Steaks.
USDA Prime is the superior grade with amazing tenderness, juiciness, flavor and fine texture. It has the highest degree of fat marbling and is derived from the younger beef. That's why Prime is generally featured at the most exclusive upscale steakhouse restaurants. |
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USDA Choice Steaks.
USDA Choice is the second highest graded beef. Choice is a quality steak featured at many restaurants and upscale supermarkets. Generally USDA Choice will be much more tender, juicy and flavorful with a less coarse texture compared to Select. Good Chow carries USDA Top-Choice and Choice beef. USDA Select Steaks.
USDA Select is generally the lowest grade of steak you will find at a supermarket or restaurant. You will find it tougher, less juicy and less flavorful since it is leaner that Prime and Choice with very little marbling. The texture of Select is generally more coarse. Therefore, Select is not as enjoyable or desirable. |
