round primal · Chile
In Egypt, this cut is terbiandko.
About this cut
A small, tight-grained, very lean oval muscle embedded in the outside round. Uniform shape makes it ideal for roasting and slicing thin (roast beef deli meat). Can be tough if overcooked.
| rare | A lo inglés | → | Nay fe nay |
| medium rare | A punto | → | Nص istiwah khafif |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | Mestewy noss noss |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | Mestewy awy |
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.
“pollo ganso” in Chile maps to canonical eye of round (round: Small oval muscle within the outside round). In Egypt, look for labels such as terbiandko. A small, tight-grained, very lean oval muscle embedded in the outside round. Uniform shape makes it ideal for roasting and slicing thin (roast beef deli meat). Can be tough if overcooked.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.