loin primal · Poland
In Andhra Pradesh, this cut is mettati mamsam.(water buffalo (buff))
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Krwisty | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Średnio krwisty | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Średnio wysmażony | → | Medium |
| well done | Dobrze wysmażony | → | Bagaa kallindi |
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.
“polędwica” in Poland maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Andhra Pradesh, look for labels such as mettati mamsam. 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.