sirloin primal · France
In Ethiopia, this cut is tri tip.
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.
| rare | Saignant | → | Tere |
| medium rare | À point | → | Tibs leb-leb |
| medium | Entre à point et bien cuit | → | Yetebese |
| well done | Bien cuit | → | Yetebese kibrit |
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.
“aiguillette baronne” in France maps to canonical tri tip (sirloin: Bottom sirloin, triangular muscle at the base of the sirloin near the flank). In Ethiopia, look for labels such as tri tip. 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.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.