Beef navel, also known as or the plate cut , is a richly marbled, fatty cut from the cow's underside. It is the traditional choice for New York-style pastrami and beef bacon because its high fat-to-meat ratio makes it ideal for slow-smoking and curing. Where to Buy Beef Navel
While often difficult to find at standard grocery stores, you can purchase beef navel from specialty online retailers or local butcher shops: Premium Wagyu Beef Belly (Navel) - Meat N' Bone
