plate primal · El Salvador
In Paraguay, this cut is Entraña.
⚠️ Mapping confidence is limited—verify the exact subprimal with your butcher. Match confidence is below 75%—treat as indicative, not definitive.
About this cut
Plate primal diaphragm muscle; very beefy, used for fajitas and grilling.
| rare | Rojo | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Término medio | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | Medium |
| well done | Bien cocida | → | Well done |
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.
“cecina sv” in El Salvador maps to canonical skirt (plate: diaphragm (inside/outside skirt varies by spec)). In Paraguay, look for labels such as Entraña. Plate primal diaphragm muscle; very beefy, used for fajitas and grilling.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.