rib primal · Guatemala
In Netherlands, this cut is prime rib.
About this cut
A bone-in rib roast consisting of the ribeye with the bone, cap (spinalis), and fat layer intact. Premium roasting cut — the classic holiday centerpiece. 'Prime' refers to the cut, not necessarily the USDA grade.
| rare | Rojo | → | Rood |
| medium rare | Término medio | → | Half doorbakken |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | Doorbakken |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | Goed doorbakken |
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.
“lomo compuesto” in Guatemala maps to canonical prime rib (rib: Ribs 6-12, bone-in, with cap and eye). In Netherlands, look for labels such as prime rib. A bone-in rib roast consisting of the ribeye with the bone, cap (spinalis), and fat layer intact. Premium roasting cut — the classic holiday centerpiece. 'Prime' refers to the cut, not necessarily the USDA grade.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.