chuck primal · Kazakhstan
In Indonesia, this cut is paha depan.
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 | Shala pyskhan | → | Kurang matang |
| medium rare | Ortasha pyskhan (az) | → | Kurang matang sedikit |
| medium | Ortasha pyskhan | → | Setengah matang |
| well done | Ja'sy pyskhan | → | Matang |
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.
“zhauyryn” in Kazakhstan maps to canonical chuck blade (chuck: Shoulder blade area, above the arm). In Indonesia, look for labels such as paha depan. 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.