rib primal · Austria
In Uruguay, this cut is Bife ancho con costilla.
About this cut
A bone-in rib roast consisting of the ribeye with the bone, cap (spinalis), and fat layer intact. Premium roasting cut — the classic holiday centerpiece. 'Prime' refers to the cut, not necessarily the USDA grade.
| rare | Blutig | → | Jugoso |
| medium rare | Rosa | → | A punto |
| medium | Halbdurch | → | Cocido |
| well done | Durch | → | Bien cocido |
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.
“hohe rippe” in Austria maps to canonical prime rib (rib: Ribs 6-12, bone-in, with cap and eye). In Uruguay, look for labels such as Bife ancho con costilla. A bone-in rib roast consisting of the ribeye with the bone, cap (spinalis), and fat layer intact. Premium roasting cut — the classic holiday centerpiece. 'Prime' refers to the cut, not necessarily the USDA grade.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.