loin primal · Romania
In Sweden, this cut is oxfilé.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | În sânge | → | Blodig |
| medium rare | Mediu spre rar | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Mediu | → | Medium |
| well done | Bine făcut | → | Välstekt |
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.
“mușchiuleț” in Romania maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Sweden, look for labels such as oxfilé. 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.