chuck primal · Greece
In New Zealand, this cut is chuck nz, also sold as prime mince, hangi beef.
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 | Ανίσπαστο | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Μισοψημένο | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Μέτριο | → | Medium |
| well done | Καλοψημένο | → | Well done |
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.
“elia” in Greece maps to canonical chuck roll (chuck: Between the neck and the rib section, boneless). In New Zealand, look for labels such as chuck nz · prime mince · hangi beef. 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.