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SirloinvsTri-tip

beef · Approximate equivalent

Both are from the sirloin primal with moderate tenderness and good flavour, but tri-tip is a distinct triangular muscle with a stronger flavour and better suited to roasting whole.

Translation takeaway

These are related cuts, but not perfect swaps. Use the table below to judge how close your local option is before buying.

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Raw Sirloin — Beef Sirloin cut
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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TenderloinRoundBottom SirloinRibPlateChuckShort LoinBrisketFlankSirloinShankShank
Raw Tri-tip — Beef Bottom Sirloin cut
Tri-tip
Beef · Bottom Sirloin

The tri-tip is a triangular muscle from the bottom sirloin, known for its rich flavor and moderate tenderness. It has a distinctive grain that runs in two directions, which makes…

TenderloinRoundBottom SirloinRibPlateChuckShort LoinBrisketFlankSirloinShankShank
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Names by country

CountrySirloinTri-tip
🇺🇸United StatesSirloinTri-tip
🇬🇧United Kingdom—Tri-tip
🇪🇸Spain—Rabillo de cadera
🇦🇷ArgentinaCuadrilColita de cuadril
🇲🇽MexicoAguayónTri-tip
🇮🇹Italy—Spinacino
🇩🇪GermanyHüfteBürgermeisterstück

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