loin primal · Nicaragua
In El Salvador, this cut is lomo de aguja.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Rojo | → | Rojo |
| medium rare | Término medio | → | Término medio |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | Tres cuartos |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | Bien cocida |
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.
“lomo de centro” in Nicaragua maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In El Salvador, look for labels such as lomo de aguja. 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.