Methods
How to cook beef steak
Grilling
Grilling Beef Steak
Cook Time
10min
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Grill Temperature
High
450-500°F / 232-260°C
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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Pan-Searing
Pan-Searing Beef Steak
Cook Time
10min
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Pan Temperature
High
350-400°F / 175-200°C
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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Smoking
Smoking Beef Steak
Cook Time
1h
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Smoker Temperature
225°F / 105°C
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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Broiling
Broiling Beef Steak
Cook Time
10min
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Broiler Temperature
500°F / 260°C
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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Sous-vide
Sous-vide Beef Steak
Cook Time
1h30min
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Cooking Temperature
130°F / 55°C
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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Reverse-Searing
Reverse-Searing Beef Steak
Cook Time
40min
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Pan Temperature
275°F / 135°C
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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Doneness
Temperature Guide
| Doneness | Temperature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rare | 120°F / 50°C | Cool red center, very soft texture |
| Medium Rare | 130°F / 55°C | Warm red center, tender and juicy |
| Medium | 140°F / 60°C | Warm pink center, slightly firmer texture |
| Medium Well | 150°F / 65°C | Light pink center, firm texture |
| Well Done | 160°F / 70°C | Brown throughout, firm texture |
Safety
Cooking beef steak safely
Cook to proper internal temperature
Use food thermometer
When in doubt, use a food thermometer, it's the only reliable way to know your beef steak is safely cooked.