How to Cook a Medium Rare Steak

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After 3-4 minutes, flip that steak. It should release easily from the pan. If it sticks, it’s not ready. Wait 30 more seconds. Now, drop in a big knob of butter, a smashed garlic clove, and a sprig of thyme or rosemary. This is the fun part.

Tilt the pan slightly and use a spoon to baste the hot, sizzling butter over the top of the steak. Go on. Drench it. The butter will foam, the herbs will pop, and your kitchen will smell like a steakhouse that charges rent. Do this for another 2-3 minutes for the other side.

The Internal Temperature Lie (And the Truth)

Everyone says “use a thermometer.” And they’re right, but here’s the secret: medium rare is 130-135°F before resting. Pull your steak at 128°F if you want it spot-on. The temperature will keep climbing while it rests. This is called “carryover cooking.”

how to cook steak medium rare

Don’t have a thermometer? Use the hand test. Touch your thumb to your pinky, then feel the fleshy part of your palm below your thumb. That’s well-done. Now touch thumb to index finger—that’s rare. Medium rare? Thumb to middle finger. It should feel like the fleshy bit at the base of your thumb when your hand is relaxed. A little springy, a little soft. Practice this. It works.