loin primal · Turkey
In Egypt, this cut is erq filletu.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Az pişmiş | → | Nay fe nay |
| medium rare | Az orta | → | Nص istiwah khafif |
| medium | Orta pişmiş | → | Mestewy noss noss |
| well done | Çok pişmiş | → | Mestewy awy |
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.
“bonfile” in Turkey maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Egypt, look for labels such as erq filletu. 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.