chuck primal · Belarus
In Uzbekistan, this cut is bo'yin.
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 | Z kryvyoy | → | Xomroq |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Kam pishgan |
| medium | Syarednyay prazharki | → | O'rtacha |
| well done | Dobra prazhanae | → | Yaxshi pishgan |
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.
“shyyka” in Belarus maps to canonical chuck roll (chuck: Between the neck and the rib section, boneless). In Uzbekistan, look for labels such as bo'yin. 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.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.