Silverside comes from the outside of the rear leg and sits between the knuckle and the topside. Made up of five distinct muscles, it's named after the silver wall of connective tissue that sits on the side of the cut, which is removed before cooking.

Where does silverside of beef come from?

Silverside and Topside of beef are both taken from the hind quarter of the animal, between the rump and the leg. Silverside gets its name from the shiny silvery membrane covering its internal surface.

Is silverside a good cut of beef?

Silverside is leaner than Topside and can be used as inexpensive roasting joint, but the lean meat yields much better results as a slowly cooked pot roast. Steaks cut from the Silverside make excellent, tasty Braising Steaks. ... It is very versatile, makes a very good pot roast and can be braised or boiled.