chuck primal · Slovakia
In Montenegro, 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 | Krvavý | → | Krvavo |
| medium rare | Stredne krvavý | → | Slabije pečeno |
| medium | Stredne prepečený | → | Srednje pečeno |
| well done | Prepečený | → | Dobro pečeno |
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.
“lopatka” in Slovakia maps to canonical chuck blade (chuck: Shoulder blade area, above the arm). In Montenegro, 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.