round primal · Slovakia
In Maharashtra, this cut is dum mh.(water buffalo (buff))
About this cut
The tail, cut into thick cross-sections exposing a central bone surrounded by rich, gelatinous meat. One of the most universally recognized cuts across all cultures. Ideal for slow braising — produces extraordinarily rich, collagen-heavy broth.
| rare | Krvavý | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Stredne krvavý | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Stredne prepečený | → | Medium |
| well done | Prepečený | → | Bhuna |
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.
“ochvost” in Slovakia maps to canonical oxtail (round: Tail, cross-cut into round sections). In Maharashtra, look for labels such as dum mh. The tail, cut into thick cross-sections exposing a central bone surrounded by rich, gelatinous meat. One of the most universally recognized cuts across all cultures. Ideal for slow braising — produces extraordinarily rich, collagen-heavy broth.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.