chuck primal · Bangladesh
In New Zealand, this cut is blade nz, also sold as bolar blade nz.
About this cut
From the shoulder blade (scapula) area. Contains the blade bone and connective tissue that melts during braising. Classic pot roast cut. Cross-rib roast is cut from this area.
| rare | Rare | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Medium | → | Medium |
| well done | Bhalo bhabe rana | → | Well done |
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.
“kaand” in Bangladesh maps to canonical chuck blade (chuck: Shoulder blade area, above the arm). In New Zealand, look for labels such as blade nz · bolar blade nz. From the shoulder blade (scapula) area. Contains the blade bone and connective tissue that melts during braising. Classic pot roast cut. Cross-rib roast is cut from this area.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.