chuck primal · Bangladesh
In Myanmar, this cut is a-mae-mote, also sold as a-mae-thar, shan beef cut.
About this cut
A boneless cut from the center of the chuck, between the neck and the rib primal. Well-marbled with good beefy flavor. Contains several muscles with varying tenderness. Used for roasts, stew, and ground beef.
| rare | Rare | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Medium | → | Medium |
| well done | Bhalo bhabe rana | → | Kyetko / A-pyauk-pyauk |
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.
“The Boti (Bengali Curved-Blade Hand-Cutting Tradition)” in Bangladesh maps to canonical chuck roll (chuck: Between the neck and the rib section, boneless). In Myanmar, look for labels such as a-mae-mote · a-mae-thar · shan beef cut. 1 other canonical interpretation may apply. A boneless cut from the center of the chuck, between the neck and the rib primal. Well-marbled with good beefy flavor. Contains several muscles with varying tenderness. Used for roasts, stew, and ground beef.
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This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.