loin primal · Netherlands
In Belgium, this cut is striploin.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Rood | → | Saignant |
| medium rare | Half doorbakken | → | À point |
| medium | Doorbakken | → | À point cuit |
| well done | Goed doorbakken | → | Bien cuit |
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.
“Dunne Lende” in Netherlands maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Belgium, look for labels such as striploin. 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.