loin primal · Peru
In Albania, this cut is fileto.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Término Inglés | → | I gjallë |
| medium rare | Término medio | → | Mesatar i rrallë |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | Mesatar |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | 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.
“lomo fino” in Peru maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Albania, look for labels such as fileto. Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.