loin primal · Albania
In Japan, this cut is saroin.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | I gjallë | → | Rea |
| medium rare | Mesatar i rrallë | → | Midiamu rea |
| medium | Mesatar | → | Midiamu |
| well done | I pjekur mirë | → | Uerudan |
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.
“bërxollë pa kockë” in Albania maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Japan, look for labels such as saroin. Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.