What is cola in Chad?

cola is the Chile retail name for the oxtail, which sits on the round primal. In Chad, the same cut is most often labeled al-dhanab.

Can cola mean more than one cut?

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How do you order steak doneness in Chad?

In Chad, medium rare is called "Niy shwayya". Rare is "Niy" and well done is "Mistawi tamam".

round primal · Chile

cola

Q: What is cola called in Chad?

Look for al-dhanab—mapped to Oxtail (oxtail).

Q: What primal is cola from?

Oxtail is on the round primal (Tail, cross-cut into round sections).

In Chad, this cut is al-dhanab.

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Fig. 1 · Tail, cross-cut into round sections · round primal

About this cut

The tail, cut into thick cross-sections exposing a central bone surrounded by rich, gelatinous meat. One of the most universally recognized cuts across all cultures. Ideal for slow braising — produces extraordinarily rich, collagen-heavy broth.

Primalround

LocationTail, cross-cut into round sections

In Chadal-dhanab

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How to order steak doneness

Chile → Chad

rare	A lo inglés	→	Niy	48–55°C
medium rare	A punto	→	Niy shwayya	55–60°C
medium	Tres cuartos	→	Bayn bayn	60–65°C
well done	Bien cocido	→	Mistawi tamam	70–100°C

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.

Detailed explanation

“cola” in Chile maps to canonical oxtail (round: Tail, cross-cut into round sections). In Chad, look for labels such as al-dhanab. The tail, cut into thick cross-sections exposing a central bone surrounded by rich, gelatinous meat. One of the most universally recognized cuts across all cultures. Ideal for slow braising — produces extraordinarily rich, collagen-heavy broth.