chuck primal · Mali
In Himachal Pradesh & Uttarakhand, this cut is bade ka mansa himachal, also sold as keema himachal, bade ka gosht uttarakhand, keema uttarakhand.(water buffalo (buff))
⚠️ This cut may refer to multiple different cuts depending on region. This name spans more than one canonical cut in our ontology—compare the alternatives below. Match confidence is below 75%—treat as indicative, not definitive.
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 | Rare | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Medium | → | Medium |
| well done | Well done | → | 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.
“tiguadege cut” in Mali maps to canonical chuck roll (chuck: Between the neck and the rib section, boneless). In Himachal Pradesh & Uttarakhand, look for labels such as bade ka mansa himachal · keema himachal · bade ka gosht uttarakhand · keema uttarakhand. 1 other canonical interpretation may apply. 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.
fore shank
shank primal · Front leg, below the elbow joint
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.