round primal · France
In Montenegro, this cut is lažni biftek.
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 | Saignant | → | Krvavo |
| medium rare | À point | → | Slabije pečeno |
| medium | Entre à point et bien cuit | → | Srednje pečeno |
| well done | Bien cuit | → | Dobro pečeno |
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.
“rond de gîte” in France maps to canonical eye of round (round: Small oval muscle within the outside round). In Montenegro, look for labels such as lažni biftek. 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.