shank primal · Italy
In United States, this cut is Hind shank, also sold as Osso buco.
About this cut
Cross-cut sections of the rear leg bone with surrounding meat. Extremely tough and collagen-rich — produces deeply flavored broth when braised. Classic osso buco cut. One of the most universal braising cuts worldwide.
| rare | Al sangue | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Cottura media | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Al punto | → | Medium |
| well done | Ben cotto | → | 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.
“Geretto” in Italy maps to canonical hind shank (shank: Rear leg, below the knee joint). In United States, look for labels such as Hind shank · Osso buco. Cross-cut sections of the rear leg bone with surrounding meat. Extremely tough and collagen-rich — produces deeply flavored broth when braised. Classic osso buco cut. One of the most universal braising cuts worldwide.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.