chuck primal · Bosnia & Herzegovina
In Morocco, this cut is al-ketf.
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 | Krvavo | → | Saigant |
| medium rare | Slabije pečeno | → | Saignant |
| medium | Srednje pečeno | → | Moyennement |
| well done | Reš pečeno | → | Tayeb Bezzaf |
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.
“lopatka” in Bosnia & Herzegovina maps to canonical chuck blade (chuck: Shoulder blade area, above the arm). In Morocco, look for labels such as al-ketf. 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.