chuck primal · Senegal
In South Korea, this cut is salchisal.
⚠️ This cut may refer to multiple different cuts depending on region. This name spans more than one canonical cut in our ontology—compare the alternatives below. Match confidence is below 75%—treat as indicative, not definitive.
About this cut
A boneless cut from the center of the chuck, between the neck and the rib primal. Well-marbled with good beefy flavor. Contains several muscles with varying tenderness. Used for roasts, stew, and ground beef.
| rare | Saf saf | → | Re-eo |
| medium rare | Saf-saf trop | → | Mi-di-eom re-eo |
| medium | Diam | → | Mi-di-eom |
| well done | Toggu lool | → | Wel-deon |
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.
“senegalese maffe cut” in Senegal maps to canonical chuck roll (chuck: Between the neck and the rib section, boneless). In South Korea, look for labels such as salchisal. 1 other canonical interpretation may apply. A boneless cut from the center of the chuck, between the neck and the rib primal. Well-marbled with good beefy flavor. Contains several muscles with varying tenderness. Used for roasts, stew, and ground beef.
fore shank
shank primal · Front leg, below the elbow joint
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.