While the hardcore-meat-lover may claim that medium-rare is the only way to eat a steak, a lot of home cooks look to cook their steaks to a safe and still flavorful medium temperature. To achieve a medium temp in your steak or other beef cuts we recommend using an instant-read thermometer, like the Thermapen®, which gives you critical temperature readings Super-fast® so you don’t accidentally overcook and dry out your steak.
Medium heat ranges between 350 and 375 degrees Fahrenheit and is ideal for cooking thick hamburgers, short ribs, and poultry.
Temperature Tip: Medium steak temp is 135-145ºF internal temperature.*
While knowing what temperature range to shoot for when cooking your steak, it is equally as important to know that the temperature of your steak will continue to rise after you take it off the grill. For this reason, you should actually pull your steaks from the heat 2 or 3°F below your target final temperature. For example, if you want a final doneness temperature of 140°F, pull each steak from the heat when it shows a lowest internal temperature reading of 137°F. The steak temperature will continue to rise about 3°F while the steaks rest before serving. A full roast will rise as much as 10°F after being pulled from the heat depending upon the intensity of the cooking environment (a hot oven will spur more carry-over cooking than a relatively cool smoker cooking “low and slow,” for example).
*The Medium temperature range of 135-145ºF is our chef-recommended temperature range for medium. Check out other Chef-Recommended, ThermoWorks Approved temperatures to learn about other target temperatures for meat and other foods.
What temperatures do low-medium-high on the stove correspond to?
FAQ
What is medium heat on a range?
What is medium temperature heat?
How hot is 3 on a stove?
Gas mark
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degrees Fahrenheit
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Descriptive
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3
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325
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Moderately slow/warm
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4
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350
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Moderate/medium
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5
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375
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Moderate/moderately hot
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6
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400
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Moderately hot
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What temperature is equivalent to medium heat?
Cooking Instructions
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Fahrenheit
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Celsius
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Moderately Hot
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375
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190
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Moderate/Medium
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350
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175
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Warm
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325
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165
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Slow/Low
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300
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150
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What temperature is medium high heat?
The temperature for medium-high heat can vary depending on the cooking method and appliance used. In general, medium-high heat is considered to be between 375°F and 450°F. When using an oven or stovetop, the temperature for medium-high heat can be estimated by using the following guidelines:
What temperature is medium heat on a stove?
The temperature range for medium heat on a stove can vary depending on the stove. It typically ranges between 300-375°F (150-190°C). It’s important to note that different stoves and cookware can have variations in heat output and conductivity.
What temperature is considered medium heat for cooking?
Moderate heat is typically between 375–400°F (190–200°C) in cooking or baking. It’s a common temperature range for many baked goods, roasted meats, and stovetop cooking methods. Are 145 Degrees Medium Heat? Yes, 145 degrees is considered medium heat for cooking.
What is a medium oven temperature?
A medium or moderate oven temperature is defined as a range of 350–375 °F (180–190 °C). This temperature range is commonly used for various baking and cooking purposes. It’s the most common temperature range used in many recipes due to the Maillard reaction, a chemical reaction between proteins and sugars that causes browning and enhances flavor.