chuck primal · Bulgaria
In Costa Rica, this cut is posta de cuello.
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 | Алангле | → | Rojo |
| medium rare | Средно алангле | → | Término medio |
| medium | Средно изпечено | → | Tres cuartos |
| well done | Добре изпечено | → | Bien cocido |
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.
“vrat” in Bulgaria maps to canonical chuck roll (chuck: Between the neck and the rib section, boneless). In Costa Rica, look for labels such as posta de cuello. 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.