loin primal · Costa Rica
In Chad, this cut is lahm al-dahar.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Rojo | → | Niy |
| medium rare | Término medio | → | Niy shwayya |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | Bayn bayn |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | Mistawi tamam |
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” in Costa Rica maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Chad, look for labels such as lahm al-dahar. 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.