loin primal · Portugal
In Indonesia, this cut is has dalam.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Mal passado | → | Kurang matang |
| medium rare | Mal passado/ao ponto | → | Kurang matang sedikit |
| medium | Ao ponto | → | Setengah matang |
| well done | Bem passado | → | Matang |
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 Indonesia, look for labels such as has dalam. 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.