chuck primal · Kazakhstan
In Uzbekistan, this cut is bo'yin.
About this cut
A boneless cut from the center of the chuck, between the neck and the rib primal. Well-marbled with good beefy flavor. Contains several muscles with varying tenderness. Used for roasts, stew, and ground beef.
| rare | Shala pyskhan | → | Xomroq |
| medium rare | Ortasha pyskhan (az) | → | Kam pishgan |
| medium | Ortasha pyskhan | → | O'rtacha |
| well done | Ja'sy pyskhan | → | Yaxshi pishgan |
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.
“moyyn” in Kazakhstan maps to canonical chuck roll (chuck: Between the neck and the rib section, boneless). In Uzbekistan, look for labels such as bo'yin. A boneless cut from the center of the chuck, between the neck and the rib primal. Well-marbled with good beefy flavor. Contains several muscles with varying tenderness. Used for roasts, stew, and ground beef.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.