loin primal · Germany
In Kazakhstan, this cut is zhalyn.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Blutig | → | Shala pyskhan |
| medium rare | Rosa | → | Ortasha pyskhan (az) |
| medium | Halb durch | → | Ortasha pyskhan |
| well done | Durch / Gut durch | → | Ja'sy pyskhan |
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.
“Rumpsteak” in Germany maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Kazakhstan, look for labels such as zhalyn. 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.