rib primal · Italy
In Karnataka, this cut is ribeye.
About this cut
Highly marbled steak cut from the rib primal; bone-in or boneless retail cuts vary by market.
| rare | Al sangue | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Cottura media | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Al punto | → | Medium |
| well done | Ben cotto | → | Bhuna |
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.
“Costata” in Italy maps to canonical ribeye (rib: upper rib / rib eye muscle). In Karnataka, look for labels such as ribeye. Highly marbled steak cut from the rib primal; bone-in or boneless retail cuts vary by market.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.