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Nobody wants an overcooked steak that is tough and dry! That\u2019s why we\u2019re sharing the secrets to avoid overcooking steak so you get the perfect restaurant-quality steak every time. With over 100 years of steak experience at Omaha Steaks, we\u2019ve mastered the art of the steak cooking. And you can, too. Take the guesswork out of steak doneness with this guide to steak temps<\/a>.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s easy to cook a juicy, delicious steak using nearly any cooking method. Whether you like it rare, medium rare, or medium, this guide will help you cook it just how you like it every time. You\u00a0can<\/u>\u00a0get steakhouse-worthy results at home.<\/p>\n

Four Chef Secrets to Cooking a Perfect Steak<\/strong><\/h2>\n

1. Start with a Great Steak<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Not all steak is created equal. At Omaha Steaks we hand-select our beef for integrity, quality, and marbling and all our steaks are aged for a least 28 days. Aging is an old-world butcher\u2019s art naturally results in a more tender, juicy steak. At your local grocery store, most of the steaks are barely or never aged. Each cut will be placed in the counter with a guess at when you might buy it, but you\u2019ll never know exactly when your food was cut or when it\u2019ll taste best. 28 days is proven to be the optimal moment of tenderness and flavor \u2013 we guarantee every steak delivered<\/a> is aged at least 28 days and then frozen to maintain that perfection until delivery. Choose from one of our steak packages<\/a> to find the perfect steak for you.<\/p>\n

2. Thaw Steak Completely <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Thaw your steak completely using our\u00a0steak thawing guide<\/a>\u00a0(there is even a quick thaw method if you forget to defrost the night before.) \u00a0Once defrosted, season with coarse sea salt and pepper or Omaha Steaks seasoning<\/a> and bring the steak to room temperature before cooking. This will allow the meat to cook edge-to-edge and throughout evenly. Then, use our temperature chart to cook to your desired doneness. Choose from one of our steak packages to find the perfect steak for you, or explore our steaks on sale<\/a> for exceptional value on premium cuts.<\/p>\n

3. Use a Meat Thermometer<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Doneness affects the texture, flavor, and juiciness of your finished steak. Our steak cooking charts<\/a>\u00a0are as accurate as possible with a controlled cook at a consistent cooking temperature. However, because of influences beyond your control, the\u00a0best way to avoid overcooking steak is to gauge steak doneness by measuring the internal temperature of your steak<\/strong> with an accurate meat thermometer.<\/p>\n

We recommend rare or medium rare for most steaks<\/a>, but you may prefer a different doneness. Here\u2019s how each different doneness will affect the steak flavor and texture.<\/p>\n

Rare \u2013 120\u00b0F<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The steak has cool-to-warm red center, and soft, tender texture. This is an excellent choice for leaner steaks like\u00a0top sirloin<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0filet mignon<\/a>\u00a0that don\u2019t have as much fat to melt.<\/p>\n

Medium Rare -130\u00b0F<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Steak will have warm red center \u2013 perfect steak texture with a nice brown crust. Cooking to medium rare allows the fat (marbling in the steak) to render and add buttery, rich flavors to your steak. This is the ideal doneness for a juicy, flavorful steak.<\/p>\n

Medium \u2013 140\u00b0F<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The steak will have a hot pink center and slightly firmer texture. The longer cooker time will make your steak slightly drier and the bite less tender.<\/p>\n

Medium Well -150\u00b0F<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The steak will have a mostly brown center and firm texture. The meat will be drier as water evaporates during the cooking process.<\/p>\n

Well Done \u2013 160\u00b0+F<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The steak will have no color left, will be very firm and much drier. The meat loses fat and moisture as it cooks, resulting in a dry, tougher texture. We don\u2019t recommend cooking to this doneness.<\/p>\n

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4. Rest Your Steak<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Resist the urge to slice into your steak right as soon as it finishes cooking. For a juicy, delicious steak, it needs to rest 3-5 minutes. This will help the juices redistribute for the best-tasting and juiciest steaks. Keep in mind, the temperature of your steak may increase up to 5 degrees as it rests, this is a key point to remebmer to avoid overcooking steak. Top with a simple compound butter<\/a>\u00a0and serve with your favorite steakhouse side dishes<\/a> and a decadent dessert<\/a> for an amazing steak dinner.<\/p>\n

Become a steak master with our comprehensive steak cooking guides:<\/p>\n