loin primal · Nagaland
In Albania, this cut is bërxollë pa kockë.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Rare | → | I gjallë |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Mesatar i rrallë |
| medium | Medium | → | Mesatar |
| well done | Penuoh | → | I pjekur mirë |
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.
“vitho keivi” in Nagaland maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Albania, look for labels such as bërxollë pa kockë. 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.