How do you like your steak? Medium rare or well-done? We won’t judge you(but you might need to close this tab if you like it well done…). Regardless of how you like your steak, knowing how long you need to cook it to achieve the perfect internal temperature is essential. Follow our steak temperature chart to perfectly cook a steak.
Whether you like your steak all natural and served alone or spiced up and served with all the fixings, knowing how to cook a steak is paramount to keeping the flavors intact and not overcooking your steak and achieving the ideal internal temperature.
There are several factors to consider when cooking your steak dinner. How you cook the steak, what you’re preparing it with, the specific cut of steak, and the temperature you want it cooked at. Follow this comprehensive steak temperature chart, and you’ll be cooking up perfect steaks all year round.
How to Cook the Perfect Pre Grass-Fed and Finished Steak
Firstly, take the steak out of the fridge for at least thirty minutes before cooking it. This allows your steak to reach room temperature. If you cook a cold steak, the muscle fibers will tense up, causing your steak to be tough. Pat the steak dry, and you are ready for the next step.
Rub your steak with high-heat oil or ghee and salt it liberally.
Now it’s time to cook your steak! Place it on a grill or skillet on medium to high heat.
Follow the steak temperature chart below to get your desired internal temperature!
Allow your steak to rest for five to seven minutes after it is done, and enjoy!
Steak Temperature Chart
How to Test Your Meats Internal Temperature
After cooking your steak for the proper time listed above, take the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. To accurately get your steak's internal temperature, place the meat thermometer into the thickest part of the steak. The sides and edges of the meat will cook up to a higher temperature than the center part, as the sides are typically thinner.
Type of Steak
Internal Temperature
Cook Time Per Side
Ribeye Cook Time
Rare 120°F - 125°F
Medium Rare 125°F - 130°F
Medium 135°F - 140°F
Medium Well 140°F - 145°F
4 - 5 minutes/side
5 - 6 minutes/side
6 - 7 minutes/side
7 - 8 minutes/side
NY Strip Cook Time
Rare 120°F - 125°F
Medium Rare 125°F - 130°F
Medium 135°F - 140°F
Medium Well 140°F - 150°F
4 - 5 minutes/side
5 - 6 minutes/side
7 - 8 minutes/side
8 - 9 minutes/side
Top Sirloin Cook Time
Rare 125°F - 130°F
Medium Rare 130°F - 135°F
Medium 135°F - 140°F
Medium Well 140°F - 145°F
4 minutes/side
7 - 8 minutes/side
9 - 10 minutes/side
11 - 12 minutes/side
Petite Sirloin Cook Time
Rare 120°F - 125°F
Medium Rare 125°F - 130°F
Medium 135°F - 140°F
Medium Well 140°F - 150°F
4 - 5 minutes/side
5 - 6 minutes/side
6 - 7 minutes/side
7 - 8 minutes/side
Filet Mignon Cook Time
Rare 120°F - 125°F
Medium Rare 125°F - 130°F
Medium 135°F - 140°F
Medium Well 140°F - 150°F
4 - 5 minutes/side
5 - 6 minutes/side
6 - 7 minutes/side
7 - 8 minutes/side
Delicious Steak Recipes
Now that you know how to make the perfect steak based on this steak temperature chart, try out these delicious recipes cooked to your ideal steak temperature!
Pre knows a thing or two about grass-fed beef. Whether you're grilling or cooking your steak on a skillet, using only the highest quality steak is essential. We've been at the top of the grass-fed beef game for years. From pasture to package to the plate, we consistently source only grass-fed & finished beef that has been raised and finished without the addition of hormones, antibiotics, or GMOs. Check out our store locator to find where to buy Pre near you!
Interested in learning more about why Pre provides the best beef from grass fed cattle? Here are some more resources you can check out!
