round primal · Chile
In Chad, this cut is lahm al-fakhid, also sold as charmout cut, ndjamena brochette strip.
About this cut
A large, lean cut from the inner thigh (adductor and semimembranosus muscles). Sold as top round steaks, London broil, or roasts. Lean but can be tough — best sliced thin or braised.
| rare | A lo inglés | → | Niy |
| medium rare | A punto | → | Niy shwayya |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | Bayn bayn |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | Mistawi tamam |
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.
“posta negra” in Chile maps to canonical inside round (round: Inner thigh of the hindquarter). In Chad, look for labels such as lahm al-fakhid · charmout cut · ndjamena brochette strip. A large, lean cut from the inner thigh (adductor and semimembranosus muscles). Sold as top round steaks, London broil, or roasts. Lean but can be tough — best sliced thin or braised.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.