chuck primal · Bulgaria
In Slovakia, this cut is chuck roll.
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 | → | Krvavý |
| medium rare | Средно алангле | → | Stredne krvavý |
| medium | Средно изпечено | → | Stredne prepečený |
| well done | Добре изпечено | → | Prepečený |
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 Slovakia, look for labels such as chuck roll. 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.