chuck primal · Pakistan
In Hungary, this cut is lapocka.
About this cut
From the shoulder blade (scapula) area. Contains the blade bone and connective tissue that melts during braising. Classic pot roast cut. Cross-rib roast is cut from this area.
| rare | Rare | → | Véresen |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Félig nyers |
| medium | Medium | → | Közepesen átsütve |
| well done | Pakka | → | Jól átsütve |
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.
“dasti pk” in Pakistan maps to canonical chuck blade (chuck: Shoulder blade area, above the arm). In Hungary, look for labels such as lapocka. From the shoulder blade (scapula) area. Contains the blade bone and connective tissue that melts during braising. Classic pot roast cut. Cross-rib roast is cut from this area.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.