chuck primal · Indonesia
In North Macedonia, this cut is chuck blade.
About this cut
From the shoulder blade (scapula) area. Contains the blade bone and connective tissue that melts during braising. Classic pot roast cut. Cross-rib roast is cut from this area.
| rare | Kurang matang | → | Крваво |
| medium rare | Kurang matang sedikit | → | Слабо печено |
| medium | Setengah matang | → | Средно печено |
| well done | Matang | → | Добро печено |
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.
“paha depan” in Indonesia maps to canonical chuck blade (chuck: Shoulder blade area, above the arm). In North Macedonia, look for labels such as chuck blade. From the shoulder blade (scapula) area. Contains the blade bone and connective tissue that melts during braising. Classic pot roast cut. Cross-rib roast is cut from this area.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.