sirloin
noun
sir·loin
ˈsər-ˌlȯin 
: a cut of meat and especially of beef from the part of the hindquarter just in front of the round see beef illustration
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The star of the show at both is the steak trompo, in which strip and sirloin steaks are skewered on a glossy vertical spit, sliced thinly to order onto a supple corn tortilla with avocado salsa.
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Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
Top sirloin is a little bit more tender than flank but is often more expensive.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 10 Feb. 2026
The restaurant patron who would be equally happy with the $25 salmon entree and the $40 top sirloin may be guided to the salmon by price.
—Jared Rhoads, STAT, 10 Feb. 2026
LongHorn is known for its ribeye, sirloin, and tenderloin cuts, but the chain also serves seafood plates, chicken dishes, burgers, sandwiches, and salads.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2026
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Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
Top sirloin is a little bit more tender than flank but is often more expensive.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 10 Feb. 2026
The restaurant patron who would be equally happy with the $25 salmon entree and the $40 top sirloin may be guided to the salmon by price.
—Jared Rhoads, STAT, 10 Feb. 2026
LongHorn is known for its ribeye, sirloin, and tenderloin cuts, but the chain also serves seafood plates, chicken dishes, burgers, sandwiches, and salads.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2026
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sirloin
noun
sir·loin
ˈsər-ˌlȯin
: a cut of meat and especially of beef from the part just in front of the rump
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