loin primal · Australia
In Indian Islands (Andaman, Nicobar & Lakshadweep), this cut is peeth ka maans andaman, also sold as variyellu lakshadweep.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Rare | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Medium | → | Medium |
| well done | Well done | → | Well done |
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.
“Commonwealth Sirloin Trap (Australia as Anchor)” in Australia maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Indian Islands (Andaman, Nicobar & Lakshadweep), look for labels such as peeth ka maans andaman · variyellu lakshadweep. 1 other canonical interpretation may apply. Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
top sirloin
sirloin primal · Upper hip, above the sirloin cap (coulotte) and behind the short loin
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.