Quote:
Originally Posted by JahJahBinks /img/forum/go_quote.gif
anyone tried kobi beef? they say it melts in your mouth.
|
Yup.
I've had a few slices of A6 grade Kobe beef sashimi and it really does "melt in your mouth". I always thought the top grade was A5, but apparently, I had some A6
I'm slightly suspicious of this because apparently, the very top grades are not ever exported.
Two nights ago, I was at a Japanese restaurant (水车屋) with my parents in Hong Kong in Happy Valley. Beef-wise, I had a 6oz piece of A4 grade Kobe beef and some diced cubes of Australian wagyu on teppanyaki. It costs a fair bit though: the 6oz piece of A4 grade Kobe beef cost 500HKD/64USD. I can only say that it is the best beef I have ever tried short of the A6 grade sashimi. Beats any USDA prime/aged/whatever rib-eye, fillet mignon, sirloin, etc... It is quite fatty though. Let's say the marbling was just about perfect
Of the few times I've had Kobe beef, it's always been without any sauces. I reckon they're best enjoyed with a slight bit of salt and few specks of black pepper. It's incredibly difficult to cook well at home (my parents have tried), so we've always had it in restaurants. Some day, I'd love to try a whole 12oz A6 grade Kobe beef. I thought it would be a bit rude if I asked to have it since it would've costed 1980HKD/254USD
Maybe I'll save up and pay for one myself
Probably my favourite food along with foie gras... I don't want to get coronary heart disease though, so must limit myself! Why does all the good stuff always have to be so harmful?!