loin primal · Italy
In Telangana, this cut is gola tg.(water buffalo (buff))
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Al sangue | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Cottura media | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Al punto | → | Medium |
| well done | Ben cotto | → | Bhuna |
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.
“Controfiletto” in Italy maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Telangana, look for labels such as gola tg. 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.