loin primal · Lithuania
In Spain, this cut is Solomillo.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Su krauju | → | Poco hecho |
| medium rare | Vidutiniškai nekeptas | → | Al punto |
| medium | Vidutiniškai iškeptas | → | En su punto |
| well done | Gerai iškeptas | → | Muy hecho |
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.
“išpjova” in Lithuania maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Spain, look for labels such as Solomillo. 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.