USDA Choice beef cubed steak is a versatile cut made from top round or top sirloin that has been tenderized through a mechanical cubing process, creating the distinctive textured surface pattern. This process breaks down tough muscle fibers, making the steak tender and ideal for quick cooking methods like pan-frying or chicken-fried steak preparations.

Sold by the pound at Costco's fresh meat counter, this cubed steak is graded USDA Choice, indicating good marbling and quality. The cut is perfect for comfort food classics such as country-fried steak with gravy, Swiss steak braised with vegetables, or as a quick-cooking protein for weeknight dinners. The tenderized texture allows for faster cooking times compared to untreated round steak cuts.