loin primal · Peru
In Israel, this cut is file bakar.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Término Inglés | → | רייר |
| medium rare | Término medio | → | מדיום רייר |
| medium | Tres cuartos | → | מדיום |
| well done | Bien cocido | → | וול דאן |
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 Israel, look for labels such as file bakar. 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.