A Guide to Steak Cooking Time and Temperatures
Rare
Seared outside, 2 ½ minutes each side
75% red centre
Internal Temp: 49 – 52°C
Medium Rare
Seared outside, 3-4 minutes each side
50% red centre
Internal Temp: 55 – 60°C
Should feel fairly soft, fairly spongy
and slightly springy
Medium
Seared outside, 4 minutes each side
25% red centre
Internal Temp: 63 – 66°C
Should feel fairy firm and springy
Medium Well
5 minutes each side
Slight hint 68 – 74°C
Well Done
6 minutes each side
100% brown throughout
Internal Temp: 77°C+
Should feel very firm and will spring back quickly
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