loin primal · Chile
In Morocco, this cut is filet.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | A lo inglés | → | Saigant |
| medium rare | A punto | → | Saignant |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | Moyennement |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | Tayeb Bezzaf |
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.
“filete” in Chile maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Morocco, look for labels such as filet. 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.