brisket primal · United States
In Indonesia, this cut is sandung lamur.
About this cut
The fattier, more marbled half of the whole brisket. Sits on top of the flat with a fat layer (the deckle) between them. More flavorful and forgiving than the flat due to higher fat content. The source of burnt ends — cubed and re-smoked until caramelized. Also called the deckle.
| rare | Rare | → | Kurang matang |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Kurang matang sedikit |
| medium | Medium | → | Setengah matang |
| well done | Well done | → | Matang |
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.
“brisket point” in United States maps to canonical brisket point (brisket: Superficial pectoral muscle — the fatty, irregular portion overlapping the flat). In Indonesia, look for labels such as sandung lamur. The fattier, more marbled half of the whole brisket. Sits on top of the flat with a fat layer (the deckle) between them. More flavorful and forgiving than the flat due to higher fat content. The source of burnt ends — cubed and re-smoked until caramelized. Also called the deckle.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.