About this cut
Cube roll — known worldwide as ribeye — comes from the upper rib section. It carries the most intramuscular fat of any steak cut, which is why it stays juicy and forgiving on the grill. Cap off, lip off means the coarse outer muscle and the fatty lip have been trimmed away by our butchers, so you pay for the eye of the steak, not the trim.
Marbling: Full Blood Wagyu MB 8+
Full Blood means 100% Wagyu genetics, no cross-breeding. At marble score 8 and above the fat is dense and web-like through the muscle, giving a rich, sweet finish while still eating like a steak rather than a delicacy.
How to cook it
- Take the steak out of the fridge 20-30 minutes before cooking so it comes to room temperature.
- Pat dry. Salt just before it hits the heat, never long before.
- Get a heavy pan or grill genuinely hot. A well-marbled ribeye needs little or no oil - it renders its own.
- Sear 3-4 minutes per side for a 2.5cm steak: 52-54°C internal for medium rare, 57°C for medium.
- Stand the steak on its fat edge for 30 seconds to render and crisp it.
- Rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing. This is not optional - resting is where the juice redistributes.
Best for: Grilling, cast-iron searing, charcoal.
How much to order
150-200g per person. One of the safest cuts to cook: the marbling is forgiving if you overshoot by a minute.
Storage and handling
Vacuum-sealed for delivery. Chilled packs keep at 0-4°C and should be cooked within 3-5 days; frozen packs keep at -18°C and should be thawed overnight in the fridge, then cooked within 24 hours. The state of this pack is shown on the product label.
Common questions
Is this Halal?
Yes. Every cut we sell is Halal certified, without exception.
Can I ask for a different thickness or portion size?
Yes. Our butchers cut to order. Message us on WhatsApp before you place the order and we will prepare it the way you want it.
How do I know when it is done without a thermometer?
Buy a thermometer - it is the single best AED 50 you will spend on steak. Until then: rare feels like the base of your thumb relaxed, medium rare gives slight resistance, medium springs back.
How fast is delivery?
1-2 days across the UAE, packed in insulated boxes with gel ice. Free over AED 200 in Dubai, free over AED 500 in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates.
Not sure this is the right cut for what you are cooking? Message a butcher on WhatsApp before you order - we would rather advise you than have you buy the wrong thing.