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These cuts are approximate equivalents — similar in character but with meaningful differences in preparation or exact cut.
Marketed as the "second-most-tender muscle in the steer" after the tenderloin. Petite tender shares the long, narrow, very-fine-grain character of filet mignon at a fraction of the price; the trade-off is less marbling and a slightly more pronounced beefy flavour.
These are related cuts, but not perfect swaps. Use the table below to judge how close your local option is before buying.
| Country | Filet mignon | Petite tender |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸United States | Filet mignon | Petite tender |
| 🇬🇧United Kingdom | Fillet steak | Shoulder tender |
| 🇫🇷France | Tournedos | — |
| 🇪🇸Spain | Solomillo | — |
| 🇦🇷Argentina | Medallón de lomo | — |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Filete medallón | — |
| 🇵🇹Portugal | Medalhão | — |
| 🇧🇷Brazil | Medalhão de filé | — |
| 🇮🇹Italy | Medaglione di filetto | — |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Filet Mignon | — |
$$$ · picanha, steaks, skewers, and general charcoal grilling
High-heat grilling, simple indirect cooks, steak, picanha, and burgers.
Weber Original Kettle Premium 22-Inch Charcoal Grill
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