4 Jackpot Reasons to Never Cook Your Steak Past Medium
Otherwise, You Risk Going to Jail…or Worse, Losing the Respect of Your Friends.
A perfectly grilled steak is one of life’s simple pleasures—juicy, tender and packed with flavor. But then there’s always that one person who insists on a well-done steak. Before you overcook that beautiful cut of beef, here’s why you should never go past medium.
The Problem with Overcooked Steak
Science Says “No!!!!”
Cooking a steak past medium is a surefire way to ruin it. High heat for too long causes collagen in the meat to tighten up like a rubber band, squeezing out all the moisture. The result? A dry, tough steak that’s more like shoe leather than a tender, flavorful bite.
And no, the red juices in a medium-rare steak aren’t blood—it’s myoglobin, a protein mixed with water that keeps the steak juicy and delicious.
Better for Your Health
A steak cooked medium or less retains more essential nutrients, including:
Vitamins A & B6 – Important for energy and metabolism
Iron – Helps transport oxygen in your blood
As for food safety, a properly seared steak—even rare—is safe to eat. Bacteria live on the outside of the meat, and a good sear eliminates them.
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A Steak Deserves Respect
A great steak is raised, aged and prepared to be enjoyed at its best. Overcooking it strips away everything that makes it special.
Think of brisket—it’s meant to be cooked low and slow to break down connective tissue. Steak, on the other hand, is designed for quick, high-heat cooking to lock in juices. Cooking it well-done dries it out completely.
You’re Wasting Your Money
Spending top dollar on a quality grass-fed steak only to overcook it is like ordering sushi and getting canned tuna.