Can cola solomo extranjero mean more than one cut?

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How do you order steak doneness in Argentina?

In Argentina, medium rare is called "A punto". Rare is "Jugoso" and well done is "Bien cocido".

sirloin primal · Colombia

cola solomo extranjero

Q: What is cola solomo extranjero in Argentina?

cola solomo extranjero is the Colombia retail name for the tri-tip, which sits on the sirloin primal. In Argentina, the same cut is most often labeled Colita de cuadril.

Q: What is cola solomo extranjero called in Argentina?

Look for Colita de cuadril—mapped to Tri Tip (tri-tip).

Q: What primal is cola solomo extranjero from?

Tri Tip is on the sirloin primal (Bottom sirloin, triangular muscle at the base of the sirloin near the flank).

In Argentina, this cut is Colita de cuadril.

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Fig. 1 · Bottom sirloin, triangular muscle at the base of the sirloin near the flank · sirloin primal

About this cut

A triangular cut from the bottom sirloin (tensor fasciae latae muscle). Popularized by Santa Maria-style California BBQ. Lean with a pronounced grain that changes direction. Best grilled whole to medium-rare and sliced against the grain.

Primalsirloin

LocationBottom sirloin, triangular muscle at the base of the sirloin near the flank

In ArgentinaColita de cuadril

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How to order steak doneness

Colombia → Argentina

rare	Cruda	→	Jugoso	48–55°C
medium rare	Término medio	→	A punto	55–60°C
medium	Tres cuartos	→	Cocido	60–65°C
well done	Bien asada	→	Bien cocido	70–100°C

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.

Detailed explanation

“cola solomo extranjero” in Colombia maps to canonical tri tip (sirloin: Bottom sirloin, triangular muscle at the base of the sirloin near the flank). In Argentina, look for labels such as Colita de cuadril. A triangular cut from the bottom sirloin (tensor fasciae latae muscle). Popularized by Santa Maria-style California BBQ. Lean with a pronounced grain that changes direction. Best grilled whole to medium-rare and sliced against the grain.