You can always cook the ideal steakhouse steak, burger, or prime rib by following the instructions on our practical beef, burger, and steak temperature chart.
We love our steaks, burgers, prime ribs, and roasts. The most frequent inquiry we receive is, “How do I cook the perfect steak,” and if that isn’t the case, we are asked what the ideal temperature is for prime rib and hamburgers.
Steak temperatures vary depending on how well-done you like them. We have an easy steak temperature chart. Regardless of the cut you prefer, it enables you to prepare the ideal steakhouse steak. When checking the temperature of beef, be sure to use a meat thermometer.
Internal Temperature of Beef
Here is a chart that shows the internal temperature of beef at various stages of doneness.
| Doneness | Remove from the Grill | Target Temperature |
| Rare | 125-130°F | 130-135°F |
| Medium-Rare | 130-135°F | 135-145°F |
| Medium | 135-145°F | 145°F-150°F |
| Medium-Well | 145-155°F | 150-160°F |
| Well Done | 155°F and above | 160°F and above |
When to Take the Meat Off the Heat
The steak will continue to cook for an additional 5–15 degrees, so remove it from the heat 5–10 degrees before the temperature you want. Allow 15-20 minutes of standing time.
What temperature should beef be cooked to celsius?
- Rare: 57°C
- Medium rare: 57-63°C
- Medium: 63-66°C
- Medium well: 66-71°C
- Well done: 71°C and above
Internal temperature of Steaks:
Use a meat thermometer to insert horizontally and wait for the temperature to register about 5 degrees below these target temperatures: 145°F (medium-rare), 160°F (medium), or 170° (well done) for steaks that are at least 12 inch thick.
To allow for carryover cooking, don’t forget to remove the steaks from the heat before they reach the desired temperature.
Internal temperature of Ground Beef
Ground beef should always be cooked to a safe 160°F. All recipes using ground beef as a base, such as burgers, meatballs, and meatloaf, are considered to be made with ground beef.
Use a meat thermometer to measure the internal temperature of the ground beef to make sure it is thoroughly cooked as the color of the meat isn’t always a reliable indicator of doneness.
When the beef reaches a safe and savory 160°F, insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the animal.
Internal Temperature of Roasts
There are two ways to determine a roast’s internal temperature: either use an instant-read thermometer after the cook time has passed, or insert an oven-safe thermometer into the thickest part of the beef before cooking and leave it in there throughout the cooking process.
The internal temperature of roasts, which include cuts of beef like round, rump, and chuck roasts, should be 145°F for medium-rare, 160°F for medium, or 170°F for well-done.
Read more about determining doneness from The Ohio Beef Council and for an even more in depth guide to specific cuts, temps and cook times check out these oven roasting guidelines.
How to Properly use a Meat Thermometer
Now that you know the correct temperatures for cooked beef, here are some suggestions for using a thermometer to accurately record those temperatures.
- Place a meat thermometer horizontally inside the beef’s thickest part.
- Avoid the thermometer resting in fat or touching bone.
- Give the beef’s meat thermometer a 15-second rest period.
Best digital meat thermometers:
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How to Cook Perfect Roast Beef | Jamie Oliver
FAQ
What temperature should a beef roast be cooked to?
(Larger cuts may require higher heat and longer cooking times. ) When the roast reaches the desired doneness (145°F for medium-rare, 160°F for medium, or 170°F for well done), remove it from the oven.
What temp does beef roast fall apart?
Pot Roast Recipe Oven FAQs. Chuck roast needs to be cooked to an internal temperature of 190–195 degrees F to be tender enough to fall apart. The meat becomes tender and melts in your mouth thanks to the high internal temperature that causes collagen to break down.
What should the internal temperature of a chuck roast be?
For tender beef, the internal meat temperature must be at least 195°F/90°C. Chuck roast preparation: Lightly season the roast with salt and pepper on all sides. Put the chuck roast, onions, bay leaves, and rosemary in a sizable bowl or plastic bag.