loin primal · China
In Goa, this cut is sirloin goa.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | San fen shu | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Wu fen shu | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Qi fen shu | → | Medium |
| well done | Quan shu | → | Bem feito |
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.
“xileng” in China maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Goa, look for labels such as sirloin goa. 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.