loin primal · Mexico
In Kazakhstan, this cut is sübe.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Rojo | → | Shala pyskhan |
| medium rare | Término medio | → | Ortasha pyskhan (az) |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | Ortasha pyskhan |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | Ja'sy pyskhan |
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.
“filete” in Mexico maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Kazakhstan, look for labels such as sübe. 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.