loin primal · Albania
In China, this cut is niu liu.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | I gjallë | → | San fen shu |
| medium rare | Mesatar i rrallë | → | Wu fen shu |
| medium | Mesatar | → | Qi fen shu |
| well done | I pjekur mirë | → | Quan shu |
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.
“fileto” in Albania maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In China, look for labels such as niu liu. Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.