loin primal · Albania
In Nicaragua, this cut is lomo de centro.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | I gjallë | → | Rojo |
| medium rare | Mesatar i rrallë | → | Término medio |
| medium | Mesatar | → | Tres cuartos |
| well done | I pjekur mirë | → | Bien cocido |
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 Nicaragua, look for labels such as lomo de centro. 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.