sirloin primal · Norway
In Venezuela, this cut is punta trasera.
About this cut
Triangular cap on the top sirloin; prized as picanha in Brazil.
| rare | Rå | → | Rojo |
| medium rare | Medium rå | → | Término medio |
| medium | Medium | → | Tres cuartos |
| well done | Godt stekt | → | 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.
“culotte” in Norway maps to canonical sirloin cap (sirloin: top sirloin cap (coulotte)). In Venezuela, look for labels such as punta trasera. 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.