shank primal · Spain
In Norway, this cut is forlegg.
About this cut
Cross-cut sections of the front leg. Slightly smaller than hind shank but prepared identically. Same braising applications. In many countries, fore and hind shank are sold interchangeably.
| rare | Poco hecho | → | Rå |
| medium rare | Al punto | → | Medium rå |
| medium | En su punto | → | Medium |
| well done | Muy hecho | → | Godt stekt |
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.
“morcillo delantero” in Spain maps to canonical fore shank (shank: Front leg, below the elbow joint). In Norway, look for labels such as forlegg. Cross-cut sections of the front leg. Slightly smaller than hind shank but prepared identically. Same braising applications. In many countries, fore and hind shank are sold interchangeably.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.