Butterfly
A cut opened out flat so it cooks more quickly and evenly, often used for lamb legs or whole chicken.
Best For
BBQ cooking, marinated roasts, whole birds
Also Called
Spatchcocked (chicken), Butterflied
Animal Type
mixed
Customer's Tip
Butterflied cuts absorb marinades well because more surface area is exposed.
Cooking tips
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