loin primal · Saudi Arabia
In Punjab, this cut is puth ka gosht.(water buffalo (buff))
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Nay | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Noss istiwah | → | Medium |
| well done | Matboukh jayidan | → | Pakka |
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.
“sirloin sa” in Saudi Arabia maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Punjab, look for labels such as puth ka gosht. 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.