rib primal · Saudi Arabia
In Japan, this cut is karubi.
About this cut
Sections of rib bone with attached intercostal meat. Cut two ways: English style (between the bones, thick) or flanken/cross-cut (across the bones, thin strips). Rich, collagen-heavy meat ideal for braising, grilling (flanken), or smoking.
| rare | Nay | → | Rea |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Midiamu rea |
| medium | Noss istiwah | → | Midiamu |
| well done | Matboukh jayidan | → | Uerudan |
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.
“adla qasira sa” in Saudi Arabia maps to canonical short ribs (rib: Lower portion of ribs 6–8 (plate short ribs) or ribs 1–5 (chuck short ribs)). In Japan, look for labels such as karubi. Sections of rib bone with attached intercostal meat. Cut two ways: English style (between the bones, thick) or flanken/cross-cut (across the bones, thin strips). Rich, collagen-heavy meat ideal for braising, grilling (flanken), or smoking.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.