Beef Grilling Time and Temperature Chart
Beef should have an internal temperature between 145 to 160 degrees F (63 to 70 degrees C), depending on how well done you prefer your steak and burgers.
| Cut | Method | Heat | Time | Internal minimum temperature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steaks | — | — | — | — |
| 3/4-inch thick | Direct | High | 3 to 5 min./side | 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) |
| 1 1/2-inch thick | Direct | High | 7 to 8 min./side | 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) |
| 2-inch thick | Direct | High | 10 to 12 min./side | 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) |
| Beef Kabobs | — | — | — | — |
| 1-inch cubes | Direct | High | 3 to 4 min./side | 165 degrees F (75 degrees C) |
| Hamburgers | — | — | — | — |
| 1/2-inch thick | Direct | High | 3 min./side | 160 degrees F (70 degrees C) |
| Beef Roast | — | — | — | — |
| 4 to 6 pounds | Indirect | Medium | 18 to 22 min./pound | 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) |
| Sirloin Tip | — | — | — | — |
| 3 1/2 to 4 pounds | Indirect | Medium | 20 to 25 min./pound | 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) |
| Back Ribs | — | — | — | — |
| Single ribs | Direct | High | 10 min./side | 160 degrees F (70 degrees C) |
| Rib rack | Indirect | Medium | 3 hours | 160 degrees F (70 degrees C) |
| Beef Tenderloin | — | — | — | — |
| 2 to 3 pounds | Direct | High | 10 to 12 min./side | 165 degrees F (75 degrees C) |
| 4 to 6 pounds | Direct | High | 12 to 15 min./side | 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) |
| Veal Steaks | — | — | — | — |
| 1-inch thick | Direct | High | 5 to 7 min./side | 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) |
| Veal Chops | — | — | — | — |
| 1-inch thick | Direct | High | 5 to 7 min./side | 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) |
| Boneless Veal Roast | — | — | — | — |
| 2 to 3 pounds | Indirect | Medium | 18 to 20 min./side | 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) |
Grilled Beef Recipes
For loads of beef grilling ideas, fire up the BBQ and take a look at our grilled beef recipe collections:
- Grilled Beef Steak Recipes
- Grilled Beef Ribs Recipes
- Complete Grilled Beef Collection
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