By knowing the leanest and fattiest cuts of beef, you can choose the best steak for any type of preparation—whether grilling, broiling, or barbecuing. KOW Steaks/Getty Images.

Fattiest Cuts of Beef 1. Brisket. Brisket is a delicious but fatty cut of beef. Getty Images. Low and slow preparations are perfect for this thick, sinewy pectoral muscle which is too tough for ...

When it comes to making delicious stews and pot roasts, you absolutely must use the right cut of beef. Next time, try using ...

The "brisket flat half," specifically, comes without the cut’s large fat cap and tallies 140 calories, 24 grams protein, and two grams of fat for four ounces.

And some are more budget-friendly than others. For example, the premium Japanese A5 Wagyu Kobi beef is one of the best ...

High in fat, short ribs make a flavorful addition to a beef stew. Short Ribs. While short ribs aren’t the most tender cut of beef, their slightly tough texture combined with their higher fat ...

A thick, sizzling steak . . . Juicy slices falling from a carved roast . . . Few entrees top beef for dining satisfaction. But while it remains No. 1 among protein choices for most Americans -- on ...

Lean cuts of beef will have less visible fat or marbling, which makes it easier to choose. When choosing ground beef, opt for 90% or 95% lean beef with the lowest fat percentage. Also, avoid organ ...