loin primal · Belarus
In Tamil Nadu, this cut is loin tn.(water buffalo (buff))
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Z kryvyoy | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Syarednyay prazharki | → | Medium |
| well done | Dobra prazhanae | → | Nalla seyyu |
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.
“tonki kray” in Belarus maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Tamil Nadu, look for labels such as loin tn. 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.