rib primal · Uruguay
In Austria, this cut is hohe rippe.
About this cut
A bone-in rib roast consisting of the ribeye with the bone, cap (spinalis), and fat layer intact. Premium roasting cut — the classic holiday centerpiece. 'Prime' refers to the cut, not necessarily the USDA grade.
| rare | Jugoso | → | Blutig |
| medium rare | A punto | → | Rosa |
| medium | Cocido | → | Halbdurch |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | Durch |
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.
“bife ancho con costilla” in Uruguay maps to canonical prime rib (rib: Ribs 6-12, bone-in, with cap and eye). In Austria, look for labels such as hohe rippe. A bone-in rib roast consisting of the ribeye with the bone, cap (spinalis), and fat layer intact. Premium roasting cut — the classic holiday centerpiece. 'Prime' refers to the cut, not necessarily the USDA grade.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.