round primal · Montenegro
In Panama, this cut is muchacho.
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 | Krvavo | → | Término Rojo |
| medium rare | Slabije pečeno | → | Término Medio |
| medium | Srednje pečeno | → | Tres Cuartos |
| well done | Dobro pečeno | → | 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.
“lažni biftek” in Montenegro maps to canonical eye of round (round: Small oval muscle within the outside round). In Panama, look for labels such as muchacho. 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.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.