Grilling Beef Steak
Learn how to grilling beef steak perfectly with our detailed guide, including timing, temperature, and expert tips.
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10min
Cook Time
🌡️
High
Grill Temperature
450-500°F / 230-260°C
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0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Portion Weight
Per adult serving
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120-160°F / 50-70°C
Internal Temperature
Rare to Well Done
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Remove steak from refrigerator and let come to room temperature (30 minutes)
- 2Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides
- 3Preheat grill to high heat (High)
- 4Clean and oil grill grates to prevent sticking
- 5Place steak on grill and cook 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare
- 6Rotate steak 45° halfway through each side for diamond grill marks
- 7Check internal temperature reaches 120-160°F / 50-70°C (rare to well done)
- 8Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes before slicing
Expert Tips for Grilling
- 💡Use a meat thermometer for accuracy
- 💡Let steak rest to allow juices to redistribute
- 💡Oil grates while hot to prevent sticking
- 💡Don't move steak too early - let it sear properly
Beef Steak 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 |
Beef Steak Safety Guidelines
Important food safety practices when handling and cooking beef steak.
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Cook to proper internal temperature
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Use food thermometer
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Remember
When in doubt, use a food thermometer. It's the only reliable way to ensure your beef steak is safely cooked and delicious.
Other Ways to Cook Beef Steak
🐄Beef Steak
🍳
Pan-Searing⏱️
Cook Time
10min
🔥
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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🐄Beef Steak
☁️
Smoking⏱️
Cook Time
1h
🔥
Smoker Temperature
225°F / 105°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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🐄Beef Steak
☀️
Broiling⏱️
Cook Time
10min
🔥
Broiler Temperature
500°F / 260°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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🐄Beef Steak
🌡️
Sous-vide⏱️
Cook Time
1h30min
🔥
Cooking Temperature
130°F / 55°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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🐄Beef Steak
🍳
Reverse-Searing⏱️
Cook Time
40min
🔥
Pan Temperature
275°F / 135°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-160°F / 50-70°C
Rare to Well Done
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