Loin
A tender section of the animal that produces premium cuts such as chops, steaks, and roasts.
Best For
Premium steaks, chops, roasting
Also Called
Short Loin, Sirloin, Striploin (beef), Loin chop (lamb/pork)
Animal Type
general
Customer's Tip
Loin cuts are among the most tender on the animal because the muscle does very little work.
Cooking tips
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