round primal · Israel
In Ireland, this cut is salmon cut.
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 | רייר | → | Rare |
| medium rare | מדיום רייר | → | Medium rare |
| medium | מדיום | → | Medium |
| well done | וול דאן | → | 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.
“פילה מדומה” in Israel maps to canonical eye of round (round: Small oval muscle within the outside round). In Ireland, look for labels such as salmon 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.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.