Category Archives for "Meat Thermometer Temperature Guidance"
The Temperature of Steelhead When Done
Steelhead trout is considered done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the USDA. However, is that the best temperature to serve Steelhead? Can you cook it a little less to obtain a juicier result? What exactly is a steelhead and can you cook it like salmon? I will answer […]
Read MoreThe Temperature of Duck Breast When Done
Your ultimate goal when cooking duck breast is to have a juicy, succulent middle with crispy-rendered skin. The problem is that you can’t achieve this result if you cook a duck breast to the USDA-recommended temperature for poultry of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. So, what exactly is the temperature of duck breast when done? If you […]
Read MoreWhat Should The Internal Temperature Be for Pork Tenderloin?
The recommended safe serving temperature for pork tenderloin according to the USDA is an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit/ 63 degrees Celsius. Like most recommended minimum safe temperatures for food, that information is a good starting point, but not the whole story. There are many questions that need answering before we discuss the internal […]
Read MoreMeat Temperature Guide: Is It Safety vs. Taste?
Most decent restaurants today will ask you how you like your burger cooked. I usually order mine medium-rare to medium or between 130 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. The USDA’s recommendation for the safe serving temperature for ground beef is 160 degrees Fahrenheit/ 71 Celsius. How have I not gotten sick? Good question, and the reason for […]
Read MoreSmoked Beef Short Ribs Internal Temperature When Done
Beef short ribs, when cooked properly, can rival any expensive steak in terms of succulent flavor. Short ribs are great when braised in liquid, but now my favorite way to prepare them is on the barbecue. If you’ve never prepared beef short ribs low and slow style on the barbecue you are in for a […]
Read MoreThe Internal Temperature of a Turkey Burger When Done
Turkey Burgers have been gaining popularity in the last few years as a healthy alternative to fattier beef burgers. This lack of fat in the standard turkey burger also makes it very prone to drying out while cooking. This makes cooking turkey burgers extremely tricky. The difference between a moist delicious burger and a dried-up […]
Read MoreFrozen Shrimp Can Be Defrosted at What Water Temperature?
There is a lot of conflicting information on the internet about the fastest and safest way to thaw shrimp. You’ve probably read that frozen shrimp can be defrosted using running water, but at what temperature? Some sites say it’s ok to use warm water. Some say just throw them in the pan or in the […]
Read MoreWhat Is the Best Temperature to Cook Mahi Mahi?
You’ve got a nice piece of Mahi Mahi fish you want to cook, except you’ve never cooked Mahi Mahi before. You are probably wondering how do to cook Mahi Mahi and what is the best temperature at which to cook it? Mahi Mahi is a firm, lean and flavorful fish that can be prepared in […]
Read MoreAt What Temperature are Chicken Thighs Done?
Cooking bone-in chicken thighs can be intimidating. At what temperature are chicken thighs done exactly? Unlike chicken breasts, chicken thighs contain more fat and proteins, making it difficult to know when chicken thighs are safe to eat. Are chicken thighs harder to cook than say, a chicken breast? Nope. According to the USDA, chicken should […]
Read MoreThe Internal Temperature For Tri-Tip Steaks When Done
Tri-tip steak is a great cut of beef that can be prepared in many different ways. A whole tri-tip cut can weigh anywhere from 1.5 to 2.5 lbs, so they are often cut into smaller steaks by butchers. These smaller steaks are more manageable to cook, taking less time than the whole tri-tip would take […]
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