round primal · Romania
In Argentina, this cut is Bola de lomo.
About this cut
Also called the knuckle. A lean, moderately tender cut from the front of the round, near the sirloin. Used for roasts, kabobs, and stir-fry. Not from the sirloin despite the name.
| rare | În sânge | → | Jugoso |
| medium rare | Mediu spre rar | → | A punto |
| medium | Mediu | → | Cocido |
| well done | Bine făcut | → | 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.
“nucă” in Romania maps to canonical sirloin tip (round: Front of the rear leg, between sirloin and round). In Argentina, look for labels such as Bola de lomo. Also called the knuckle. A lean, moderately tender cut from the front of the round, near the sirloin. Used for roasts, kabobs, and stir-fry. Not from the sirloin despite the name.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.