loin primal · Portugal
In Canada, this cut is tenderloin.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Mal passado | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Mal passado/ao ponto | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Ao ponto | → | Medium |
| well done | Bem passado | → | Well done |
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.
“Lombinho” in Portugal maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Canada, look for labels such as tenderloin. 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.