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Cooking Temperature Guide

Master safe and perfect cooking temperatures for various meats and dishes

Beef Steak
Beef
RareGrill, Pan-sear
120-125°F (49-52°C)

Cool red center

Beef Steak
Beef
Medium-RareGrill, Pan-sear
130-135°F (54-57°C)

Warm red center

Beef Steak
Beef
MediumGrill, Pan-sear
140-145°F (60-63°C)

Warm pink center

Beef Steak
Beef
Medium-WellGrill, Pan-sear
150-155°F (66-68°C)

Slightly pink center

Beef Steak
Beef
Well-DoneGrill, Pan-sear
160°F+ (71°C+)

No pink, fully cooked

Ground Beef
Beef
SafePan, Grill
160°F (71°C)

Must reach 160°F for safety

Pork Chops
Pork
SafeGrill, Pan-sear, Bake
145°F (63°C)

Slight pink is safe

Pork Tenderloin
Pork
SafeRoast, Grill
145°F (63°C)

Rest 3 minutes

Ground Pork
Pork
SafePan, Grill
160°F (71°C)

Must reach 160°F for safety

Chicken Breast
Poultry
SafeGrill, Bake, Pan-sear
165°F (74°C)

No pink, juices run clear

Chicken Thighs
Poultry
SafeGrill, Bake, Pan-sear
165°F (74°C)

No pink, juices run clear

Whole Chicken
Poultry
SafeRoast
165°F (74°C)

Check thickest part

Ground Chicken
Poultry
SafePan, Grill
165°F (74°C)

Must reach 165°F for safety

Turkey Breast
Poultry
SafeRoast, Grill
165°F (74°C)

Check thickest part

Ground Turkey
Poultry
SafePan, Grill
165°F (74°C)

Must reach 165°F for safety

Salmon
Fish
MediumGrill, Pan-sear, Bake
125-130°F (52-54°C)

Flaky, opaque

Tuna
Fish
RareGrill, Pan-sear
125°F (52°C)

Red center, seared outside

Cod
Fish
DoneBake, Pan-sear
145°F (63°C)

Flaky, opaque

Shrimp
Seafood
DoneGrill, Pan-sear, Boil
145°F (63°C)

Pink and opaque

Lobster
Seafood
DoneBoil, Steam, Grill
140°F (60°C)

Shell turns red

Scallops
Seafood
DonePan-sear, Grill
130°F (54°C)

Firm and opaque

Eggs
Eggs
Soft BoiledBoil
145°F (63°C)

Runny yolk, set white

Eggs
Eggs
Hard BoiledBoil
160°F (71°C)

Firm yolk and white

Eggs
Eggs
FriedPan
145°F (63°C)

Set white, runny yolk

Why Use Our Temperature Guide?

Professional cooking temperatures for perfect results every time

Comprehensive Database

Temperature guides for all major proteins and cooking methods.

Precision Cooking

Achieve perfect doneness every time with accurate temperature targets.

Food Safety

Critical safety temperatures to prevent foodborne illnesses.

Quick Reference

Fast access to cooking temperatures for any protein or method.

Benefits of Proper Temperature Control
  • Never overcook or undercook your proteins again
  • Ensure food safety with proper internal temperatures
  • Achieve consistent results across all cooking methods
  • Professional-level precision in your home kitchen
  • Quick reference for any protein or cooking technique