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Rump steakvsSirloin

beef · Approximate equivalent

These cuts are approximate equivalents — similar in character but with meaningful differences in preparation or exact cut.

Adjacent cuts from the hindquarter with similar flavor profiles — rump has slightly more chew and flavor while sirloin is marginally more tender.

Rump steak
Beef · Round

The rump steak is a full-flavored, moderately tender steak cut from the hindquarter. It is firmer than loin cuts but more flavorful, making it a popular everyday steak. In…

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Sirloin
Beef · Sirloin

Sirloin comes from the rear back portion of the animal, between the short loin and the round. It is moderately tender with good flavor and slightly less marbling than the loin…

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Names by country

CountryRump steakSirloin
🇺🇸United StatesRump steakSirloin steak
🇬🇧United KingdomRump steak—
🇫🇷FranceRumsteck—
🇪🇸SpainCadera—
🇦🇷ArgentinaBife de cuadrilCuadril
🇲🇽Mexico—Sirloin
🇵🇹PortugalAlcatra—
🇧🇷Brazil—Alcatra
🇮🇹ItalyScamone—
🇩🇪GermanyHüftsteakHüfte

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