loin primal · Romania
In Portugal, this cut is striploin.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | În sânge | → | Mal passado |
| medium rare | Mediu spre rar | → | Mal passado/ao ponto |
| medium | Mediu | → | Ao ponto |
| well done | Bine făcut | → | Bem passado |
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.
“vrabioară” in Romania maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Portugal, look for labels such as striploin. Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.