loin primal · Colombia
In Vietnam, this cut is than noi, also sold as bo luc lac.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Cruda | → | Tái |
| medium rare | Término medio | → | Tái vừa |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | Vừa |
| well done | Bien asada | → | Chín kỹ |
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.
“lomo fino” in Colombia maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Vietnam, look for labels such as than noi · bo luc lac. 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.