loin primal · Goa
In Uruguay, this cut is Lomo.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Rare | → | Jugoso |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | A punto |
| medium | Medium | → | Cocido |
| well done | Bem feito | → | Bien cocido |
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.
“undercut goa” in Goa maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Uruguay, look for labels such as Lomo. Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.