Can topside nz mean more than one cut?

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How do you order steak doneness in Germany?

In Germany, medium rare is called "Rosa". Rare is "Blutig" and well done is "Durch / Gut durch".

What is topside nz in Germany?

Q: What is topside nz in Germany?

topside nz is the New Zealand retail name for the top round (inside round), which sits on the round primal. In Germany, the same cut is most often labeled Oberschale.

Q: What is topside nz called in Germany?

Look for Oberschale—mapped to Inside Round (top round (inside round)).

Q: What primal is topside nz from?

Inside Round is on the round primal (Inner thigh of the hindquarter).

Exact match

topside nz

is Oberschale in Germany

Ask for: Oberschale

About this cut

A large, lean cut from the inner thigh (adductor and semimembranosus muscles). Sold as top round steaks, London broil, or roasts. Lean but can be tough — best sliced thin or braised.

round primal · Inner thigh of the hindquarter

In Germany

Oberschale

What is this cut?·Global guide

How to order steak doneness

New Zealand → Germany

rareRare→Blutig48–55°C

medium rareMedium rare→Rosa55–60°C

mediumMedium→Halb durch60–65°C

well doneWell done→Durch / Gut durch70–100°C

German steaks are traditionally cooked more than French or American preferences. Medium (Rosa) is the most common order.

Doneness terminology varies by country and restaurant. When unsure, describe what you want (e.g., “warm red center”).

Detailed explanation

“topside nz” in New Zealand maps to canonical inside round (round: Inner thigh of the hindquarter). In Germany, look for labels such as Oberschale. A large, lean cut from the inner thigh (adductor and semimembranosus muscles). Sold as top round steaks, London broil, or roasts. Lean but can be tough — best sliced thin or braised.

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This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.