sirloin primal · Iran
In Ecuador, this cut is picanha.
About this cut
Triangular cap on the top sirloin; prized as picanha in Brazil.
| rare | Kham | → | Término Inglés |
| medium rare | Kam-pokhteh | → | Término medio |
| medium | Madiyom | → | Tres cuartos |
| well done | Kamelan Pokhteh | → | Bien cocida |
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.
“coulotte” in Iran maps to canonical sirloin cap (sirloin: top sirloin cap (coulotte)). In Ecuador, look for labels such as picanha. Triangular cap on the top sirloin; prized as picanha in Brazil.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.