chuck primal · Kazakhstan
In South Korea, this cut is mok-sal.
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 | → | Re-eo |
| medium rare | Ortasha pyskhan (az) | → | Mi-di-eom re-eo |
| medium | Ortasha pyskhan | → | Mi-di-eom |
| well done | Ja'sy pyskhan | → | Wel-deon |
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 South Korea, look for labels such as mok-sal. 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.