round primal · France
In Saudi Arabia, this cut is terbiandko sa.
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 | → | Nay |
| medium rare | À point | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Entre à point et bien cuit | → | Noss istiwah |
| well done | Bien cuit | → | Matboukh jayidan |
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 Saudi Arabia, look for labels such as terbiandko sa. 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.