round primal · Slovakia
In Montenegro, this cut is goveđi rep.
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 | → | 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.
“ochvost” in Slovakia maps to canonical oxtail (round: Tail, cross-cut into round sections). In Montenegro, look for labels such as goveđi rep. 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.