loin primal · Belarus
In Iran, this cut is fileh.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Z kryvyoy | → | Kham |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Kam-pokhteh |
| medium | Syarednyay prazharki | → | Madiyom |
| well done | Dobra prazhanae | → | Kamelan Pokhteh |
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.
“vyrazka” in Belarus maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Iran, look for labels such as fileh. 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.