round primal · Lithuania
In Costa Rica, this cut is bolován.
About this cut
A small, tight-grained, very lean oval muscle embedded in the outside round. Uniform shape makes it ideal for roasting and slicing thin (roast beef deli meat). Can be tough if overcooked.
| rare | Su krauju | → | Rojo |
| medium rare | Vidutiniškai nekeptas | → | Término medio |
| medium | Vidutiniškai iškeptas | → | Tres cuartos |
| well done | Gerai iškeptas | → | Bien cocido |
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.
“Netikroji išpjova” in Lithuania maps to canonical eye of round (round: Small oval muscle within the outside round). In Costa Rica, look for labels such as bolován. 1 other canonical interpretation may apply. A small, tight-grained, very lean oval muscle embedded in the outside round. Uniform shape makes it ideal for roasting and slicing thin (roast beef deli meat). Can be tough if overcooked.
petite tender
chuck primal · Teres major muscle, tucked alongside the shoulder blade
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.