loin primal · Egypt
In Kenya, this cut is nyama ya mgongo.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Nay fe nay | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Nص istiwah khafif | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Mestewy noss noss | → | Medium |
| well done | Mestewy awy | → | Imeiva |
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.
“erq rosto” in Egypt maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Kenya, look for labels such as nyama ya mgongo. 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.