chuck primal · Egypt
In Portugal, this cut is Acém.
About this cut
A boneless cut from the center of the chuck, between the neck and the rib primal. Well-marbled with good beefy flavor. Contains several muscles with varying tenderness. Used for roasts, stew, and ground beef.
| rare | Nay fe nay | → | Mal passado |
| medium rare | Nص istiwah khafif | → | Mal passado/ao ponto |
| medium | Mestewy noss noss | → | Ao ponto |
| well done | Mestewy awy | → | Bem passado |
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.
“sinn” in Egypt maps to canonical chuck roll (chuck: Between the neck and the rib section, boneless). In Portugal, look for labels such as Acém. A boneless cut from the center of the chuck, between the neck and the rib primal. Well-marbled with good beefy flavor. Contains several muscles with varying tenderness. Used for roasts, stew, and ground beef.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.