round primal · Norway
In Slovenia, this cut is rep.
About this cut
The tail, cut into thick cross-sections exposing a central bone surrounded by rich, gelatinous meat. One of the most universally recognized cuts across all cultures. Ideal for slow braising — produces extraordinarily rich, collagen-heavy broth.
| rare | Rå | → | Krvavo |
| medium rare | Medium rå | → | Srednje surovo |
| medium | Medium | → | Srednje pečeno |
| well done | Godt stekt | → | Prepečeno |
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.
“oksehale” in Norway maps to canonical oxtail (round: Tail, cross-cut into round sections). In Slovenia, look for labels such as rep. The tail, cut into thick cross-sections exposing a central bone surrounded by rich, gelatinous meat. One of the most universally recognized cuts across all cultures. Ideal for slow braising — produces extraordinarily rich, collagen-heavy broth.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.