round primal · Turkey
In Central India, this cut is lanjira.(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 | Az pişmiş | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Az orta | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Orta pişmiş | → | Medium |
| well done | Çok pişmiş | → | Pakka |
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.
“kuyruk” in Turkey maps to canonical oxtail (round: Tail, cross-cut into round sections). In Central India, look for labels such as lanjira. 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.