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title: Beef Chuck Mock Tender
description: "![](http://jimmyschmidt.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/wagyu_chuck_mock_tender_namp116B-232x232-1.png) The **Chuck Mock Tender** muscle is responsible for the locomotion of the front leg, which results in a tough, firm cut. The Mock-Tender name is deceptive because it’s not a tender cut at all! The Mock-Tender’s attribute is its…"
url: "http://jimmyschmidt.com/docs/beef-chuck-mock-tender/"
updated: "2022-06-16"
category: Beef
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# Beef Chuck Mock Tender

![](http://jimmyschmidt.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/wagyu_chuck_mock_tender_namp116B-232x232-1.png)

The **Chuck Mock Tender** muscle is responsible for the locomotion of the front leg, which results in a tough, firm cut. The Mock-Tender name is deceptive because it’s not a tender cut at all! The Mock-Tender’s attribute is its rich flavor and resilient texture, perfect when used raw for steak tartar and beef Carpaccio. This muscle yields two pieces of about 2.5 lbs each.

**Alternative Name:** Shoulder Center Clod
**Suggested Preparation** Grill and slice

**Beef Primal:** [Chuck](http://jimmyschmidt.com/docs/beef-chuck/)[http://www.foodshedexchange.com/wiki/beef-chuck/](http://www.foodshedexchange.com/wiki/beef-chuck/)**NAMP code:** 116B

**Number of Pieces:** 2
**Average Yield/Piece:** 2.50 lbs. *

* Assumption is an animal at 900 lbs. hanging weight.