loin primal · Portugal
In Panama, this cut is filete.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Mal passado | → | Término Rojo |
| medium rare | Mal passado/ao ponto | → | Término Medio |
| medium | Ao ponto | → | Tres Cuartos |
| well done | Bem passado | → | Bien Cocido |
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 Panama, look for labels such as filete. 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.