| 1 |
Blue Rare (Extra Rare) |
Very cool, deep red center with only a light sear on the outside. |
| 2 |
Rare |
Cool, bright red center with a slightly larger cooked edge. |
| 3 |
Rare to Medium Rare |
Warmer red center, beginning the transition toward medium rare. |
| 4 |
Medium Rare |
Warm red center; often considered the ideal doneness for many steaks. |
| 5 |
Medium |
Warm pink center with little red remaining. |
| 6 |
Medium Well |
Slight hint of pink in the center; mostly brown throughout. |
| 7 |
Well Done |
Brown throughout with no visible pink, but may still retain some moisture. |
| 8 |
Very Well Done |
Completely brown and drier than a typical well-done steak. |
| 9 |
Overcooked |
Dark brown throughout with a noticeably dry appearance. |
| 10 |
Heavily Overcooked / Charred |
Nearly black exterior and interior, likely very dry and burnt. |