round primal · Greece
In Andhra Pradesh, this cut is eye of round.
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 | Ανίσπαστο | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Μισοψημένο | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Μέτριο | → | Medium |
| well done | Καλοψημένο | → | Bagaa kallindi |
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.
“noua” in Greece maps to canonical eye of round (round: Small oval muscle within the outside round). In Andhra Pradesh, look for labels such as eye of round. 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.