chuck primal · Portugal
In North Macedonia, this cut is chuck blade.
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 | Mal passado | → | Крваво |
| medium rare | Mal passado/ao ponto | → | Слабо печено |
| medium | Ao ponto | → | Средно печено |
| well done | Bem passado | → | Добро печено |
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.
“Cachaço” in Portugal maps to canonical chuck blade (chuck: Shoulder blade area, above the arm). In North Macedonia, look for labels such as chuck blade. 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.