plate primal · Norway
In Albania, this cut is hanger.
About this cut
Also called hanging tender or butcher's steak. A thick, V-shaped muscle that 'hangs' from the diaphragm — only one per animal. Extremely flavorful with a coarse grain. Distinct from skirt steak, which is the diaphragm muscle itself.
| rare | Rå | → | I gjallë |
| medium rare | Medium rå | → | Mesatar i rrallë |
| medium | Medium | → | Mesatar |
| well done | Godt stekt | → | I pjekur mirë |
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.
“slakterbiff” in Norway maps to canonical hanger (plate: Hangs from the diaphragm, between the last rib and the loin). In Albania, look for labels such as hanger. Also called hanging tender or butcher's steak. A thick, V-shaped muscle that 'hangs' from the diaphragm — only one per animal. Extremely flavorful with a coarse grain. Distinct from skirt steak, which is the diaphragm muscle itself.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.