loin primal · Germany
In Netherlands, this cut is Dunne Lende.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Blutig | → | Rood |
| medium rare | Rosa | → | Half doorbakken |
| medium | Halb durch | → | Doorbakken |
| well done | Durch / Gut durch | → | Goed doorbakken |
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 Netherlands, look for labels such as Dunne Lende. 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.