loin primal · Japan
In Senegal, this cut is sox la, also sold as senegalese brochette strip.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Rea | → | Saf saf |
| medium rare | Midiamu rea | → | Saf-saf trop |
| medium | Midiamu | → | Diam |
| well done | Uerudan | → | Toggu lool |
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.
“hire” in Japan maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Senegal, look for labels such as sox la · senegalese brochette strip. 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.