loin primal · Argentina
In Slovenia, this cut is pljučna pečenka.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Jugoso | → | Krvavo |
| medium rare | A punto | → | Srednje surovo |
| medium | Cocido | → | Srednje pečeno |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | Prepečeno |
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.
“lomo” in Argentina maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Slovenia, look for labels such as pljučna pečenka. 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.