loin primal · South Korea
In Paraguay, this cut is Lomo.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Re-eo | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Mi-di-eom re-eo | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Mi-di-eom | → | Medium |
| well done | Wel-deon | → | Well done |
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.
“ansim” in South Korea maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Paraguay, look for labels such as Lomo. 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.