Steak Preparation: Grilling
The times in this chart are general estimates of how long it will take to cook your steaks. Remember, these times will vary depending on your cooking method, grill temperature, wind, and atmosphere, so be sure to check your steaks regularly.
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Thickness | Rare | Medium-Rare | Medium | Well-Done |
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1” | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1” - 1½” | 4-5 | 5-6 | 6-7 | 7-8 |
1½” - 2” | 6-7 | 7-8 | 8-9 | 9-10 |
Internal Temperature | 125°-130°F | 130°-140°F | 140°-150°F | 170°F |
- Get the fire of your choice started, letting it burn until it reaches high heat.
- Place your thawed steaks on the grill. If one is being cooked well done, wait a minute or two before placing the others on the grill so that they will all be ready to serve at the same time.
- Let the steaks cook on one side for about 2 minutes. Then use your tongs to turn them over. This helps sear in the juices of the meat to make them juicier and more flavorful.
- Cook steaks according to the chart on page 30.
- Using a meat thermometer, remove your steaks when they reach 5-10 degrees below the recommended temperature in the chart.
- Place them on a serving dish and cover loosely with foil for 5-10 minutes. Their temperature will actually continue to rise while resting, and their flavorful juices will lock themselves inside, right where you want them.