chuck primal · Belgium
In Jammu & Kashmir, this cut is bade ka maans jk, also sold as rogan josh cut jk.(water buffalo (buff))
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 | Saignant | → | Rare |
| medium rare | À point | → | Medium rare |
| medium | À point cuit | → | Medium |
| well done | Bien cuit | → | 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.
“épaule” in Belgium maps to canonical chuck roll (chuck: Between the neck and the rib section, boneless). In Jammu & Kashmir, look for labels such as bade ka maans jk · rogan josh cut jk. 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.