loin primal · Manipur
In Colombia, this cut is Lomo fino.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Rare | → | Cruda |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Término medio |
| medium | Medium | → | Tres cuartos |
| well done | Manghatpa | → | Bien asada |
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.
“shan-sa angamba” in Manipur maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Colombia, look for labels such as Lomo fino. 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.