To begin, create a loose fist in your hand. The fleshy portion of your hand between your thumb and fingers is soft, just how a rare steak feels when you bite into it. With a small squeeze of your hand, it becomes a bit stiffer, similar to medium doneness. Clench your hand tightly, and the region will feel as though it has been thoroughly worked.
How to tell if a steak is medium rare?
Make sure the meat is medium-rare. If you want your steak to be medium-rare, bring your middle finger and thumb together and press the base of your thumb against the surface of the meat (about an inch below where it connects to your palm). Take note of how it feels, and then examine your steak. Comparing the sensation of your hand to the sensation of the steak is a good idea.
What is a good doneness for a steak?
Rare to medium-rare Diana Miller is a Getty Images contributor.This is the level of doneness that is suggested for an excellent piece of steak.Most chefs would agree that medium rare is the best way to serve their steak when asked how they want theirs done.A medium rare steak should be heated through the centre, and the majority of the center should be pink in color with a tinge of red in the center of it.