shank primal · Andhra Pradesh
In Karnataka, this cut is machhli ka, also sold as nalli ka.(water buffalo (buff))
About this cut
Cross-cut sections of the rear leg bone with surrounding meat. Extremely tough and collagen-rich — produces deeply flavored broth when braised. Classic osso buco cut. One of the most universal braising cuts worldwide.
| rare | Rare | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Medium | → | Medium |
| well done | Bagaa kallindi | → | Bhuna |
Doneness terminology varies by country and restaurant. When unsure, describe what you want — e.g., “warm red center” — rather than relying on the name alone.
“Nalli Emuka — The Marrow-Bone Prestige Inversion (Andhra)” in Andhra Pradesh maps to canonical hind shank (shank: Rear leg, below the knee joint). In Karnataka, look for labels such as machhli ka · nalli ka. Cross-cut sections of the rear leg bone with surrounding meat. Extremely tough and collagen-rich — produces deeply flavored broth when braised. Classic osso buco cut. One of the most universal braising cuts worldwide.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.