brisket primal · Canada
In Bosnia & Herzegovina, this cut is brisket flat.
About this cut
The leaner half of the whole brisket. Uniform rectangular shape makes it ideal for even slicing. The competition BBQ cut — prized for its presentation. Also the traditional cut for corned beef and pastrami. Less forgiving than the point — requires precise temperature control to avoid drying out.
| rare | Rare | → | Krvavo |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Slabije pečeno |
| medium | Medium | → | Srednje pečeno |
| well done | Well done | → | Reš pečeno |
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.
“brisket flat” in Canada maps to canonical brisket flat (brisket: Deep pectoral muscle — the lean, flat portion of the brisket). In Bosnia & Herzegovina, look for labels such as brisket flat. The leaner half of the whole brisket. Uniform rectangular shape makes it ideal for even slicing. The competition BBQ cut — prized for its presentation. Also the traditional cut for corned beef and pastrami. Less forgiving than the point — requires precise temperature control to avoid drying out.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.