Can ogon mean more than one cut?

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How do you order steak doneness in Czech Republic?

In Czech Republic, medium rare is called "Středně krvavý". Rare is "Krvavý" and well done is "Propečený".

What is ogon in Czech Republic?

Q: What is ogon in Czech Republic?

ogon is the Poland retail name for the oxtail, which sits on the round primal. In Czech Republic, the same cut is most often labeled oháňka.

Q: What is ogon called in Czech Republic?

Look for oháňka—mapped to Oxtail (oxtail).

Q: What primal is ogon from?

Oxtail is on the round primal (Tail, cross-cut into round sections).

Exact match

ogon

is oháňka in Czech Republic

Ask for: oháňka

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.

round primal · Tail, cross-cut into round sections

In Czech Republic

oháňka

What is this cut?·Global guide

How to order steak doneness

Poland → Czech Republic

rareKrwisty→Krvavý48–55°C

medium rareŚrednio krwisty→Středně krvavý55–60°C

mediumŚrednio wysmażony→Středně propečený60–65°C

well doneDobrze wysmażony→Propečený70–100°C

Czech steak culture is growing in Prague. Středně krvavý (medium rare) is the standard for Czech steak lovers.

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

Detailed explanation

“ogon” in Poland maps to canonical oxtail (round: Tail, cross-cut into round sections). In Czech Republic, look for labels such as oháňka. 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.

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