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round primal · Costa Rica

rabo

In Czech Republic, this cut is oháňka.

Exact match · Confidence 0.95
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 Czech Republicoháňka

How to order steak doneness

rareRojoKrvavý
medium rareTérmino medioStředně krvavý
mediumTres cuartosStředně propečený
well doneBien cocidoPropečený

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

“rabo” in Costa Rica maps to canonical oxtail (round: Tail, cross-cut into round sections). In Czech Republic, look for labels such as oháňka. 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.

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What is rabo in Czech Republic?
rabo maps to Oxtail (oxtail) in this ontology; in Czech Republic, look for labels such as oháňka.

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What is rabo called in Czech Republic?
In Czech Republic, rabo corresponds to Oxtail; common retail wording includes oháňka.

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Where does rabo come from on the cow?
rabo refers to oxtail on the round primal (Tail, cross-cut into round sections).

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What primal is rabo from?
rabo is tied to the round primal as Oxtail (oxtail).

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Is rabo the same as ribeye?
No—rabo maps to oxtail (Oxtail), while ribeye is a separate canonical rib primal cut.

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Is rabo the same as Hind Shank?
No—rabo is oxtail; Hind Shank is hind shank, a different canonical cut.

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What is the canonical beef cut for rabo?
rabo resolves to Oxtail (oxtail) in the Cutranslator ontology.

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What should I ask for at a Czech Republic butcher?
Ask for oháňka and mention Oxtail if needed—the mapped retail names above match oxtail.

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Why might rabo be less common in Czech Republic?
rabo is a Costa Rica retail term; Czech Republic shops may use different names for the same oxtail muscle.

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Where can I read a full definition of rabo?
Open the glossary page for rabo (/what-is/rabo) and the Oxtail hub for country-by-country names.

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How this information is generated

This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.