sirloin primal · Nicaragua
In Finland, this cut is sirloin cap.
About this cut
Triangular cap on the top sirloin; prized as picanha in Brazil.
| rare | Rojo | → | Raaka |
| medium rare | Término medio | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | Medium |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | Kypsä |
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.
“punta de lomo” in Nicaragua maps to canonical sirloin cap (sirloin: top sirloin cap (coulotte)). In Finland, look for labels such as sirloin cap. Triangular cap on the top sirloin; prized as picanha in Brazil.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.