loin primal · Burkina Faso
In Brazil, this cut is Contrafilé, also sold as Bife de chorizo.
⚠️ This cut may refer to multiple different cuts depending on region. This name spans more than one canonical cut in our ontology—compare the alternatives below. Match confidence is below 75%—treat as indicative, not definitive.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Saignant | → | Mal passada |
| medium rare | A point saignant | → | Ao ponto para mal |
| medium | A point | → | Ao ponto |
| well done | Bien cuit | → | Bem passada |
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.
“poore sogo” in Burkina Faso maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Brazil, look for labels such as Contrafilé · Bife de chorizo. 1 other canonical interpretation may apply. Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
Bife de ancho (context)
rib primal · upper rib / rib eye muscle
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.