loin primal · Angola
In Tanzania, this cut is nyama laini tanzania, also sold as nyama laini, mishkaki cut tanzania.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Rare | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Medium | → | Medium |
| well done | Well done | → | Imeiva / Imekuwa |
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.
“lombo” in Angola maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Tanzania, look for labels such as nyama laini tanzania · nyama laini · mishkaki cut tanzania. 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.