loin primal · Russia
In Belarus, this cut is tonki kray.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | С кровью | → | Z kryvyoy |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Medium | → | Syarednyay prazharki |
| well done | Хорошо прожаренный | → | Dobra prazhanae |
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.
“tonkiy kray” in Russia maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Belarus, look for labels such as tonki kray. 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.