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TOPSIDE, THICK FLANK (KNUCKLES)
These cuts are taken from the area shown below
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Any discoloured tissue and excess fat are removed from the Topside.
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The maximum thickness of fat at anypoint of the Topside is 10mm.
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The finished Topside is vacuum packed for distribution.
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The excess fat is removed from the Thick Flank cut.
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as well as any discoloured tissue.
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