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Raw meat is often considered healthier because it contains less fat and has higher levels of nutrients. On the other hand, cooked meat loses some of its nutritional value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are several differences between raw and cooked beef. The main difference is that raw beef is usually tougher and harder to chew. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Also, raw beef tends to contain more connective tissue (collagen) and blood vessels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will be discussing the difference between a rare and a raw steak. Thus, you will be able to notice the difference when you next cook a steak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rare Steak Vs Raw Steak<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Appearance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The main difference between a rare and raw steak, is that a raw steak isn’t exposed to any form of heat. It is commonly cool and soft to the touch and will remain red to pink all over. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While a rare steak will have been charred slightly on the outside. Therefore, the outside of the steak will be a deep brown color, yet the insides will still remain red and cool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This browning happens as the steak’s natural sugars are released alongside amino acids when they come into contact with heat. This is also referred to as the Maillard reaction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can cook a steak to different levels of doneness. For a rare steak, you want the inside of the steak to still remain red. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you cut into the steak and the color is brown or pink, then that steak is medium to well done. Thus, it is no longer considered as a rare steak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Texture<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A raw steak will be softer than a cooked steak. This is due to the fact that raw meat contains more water and is therefore easier to chew. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, once cooked, the muscle fibers contract and tighten up, making them firmer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is why a raw steak is often chewy, as the fibers are loose, which means more effort is needed to break them up. While a cooked steak is tender and juicy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nutrition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Raw steak is generally leaner than cooked steak. This is because raw meat contains much less fat than cooked meat. However, there are exceptions to this rule. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some cuts of beef such as sirloin and round contain more fat than others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, some types of beef such as brisket contain more fat than others, but even these tend to be leaner than most other cuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooked steak is typically lower in calories, saturated fats, cholesterol, sodium, and trans-fatty acids. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooked steak is also high in protein, iron, zinc, vitamin B12, riboflavin, niacin, thiamine, folate, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, copper, manganese, selenium, and pantothenic acid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flavor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you take a bite of a raw steak, you will probably taste blood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is why some people who serve rare steak will serve it with other bold flavors such as lemon or mustard to help offset the bloody flavor, which a lot of people don’t find very appealing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Compared with a rare steak that has a slightly charred and smokey flavor. If you sealed your steak in a skillet pan instead of on a grill, then a rare steak could also have a butter taste as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is It Safe To Eat A Raw Steak?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you’re wondering whether it’s safe to eat a raw steak, then yes, it is. There are many benefits to eating a raw steak. One being that it helps to boost your immune system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another being that it helps to reduce inflammation. Lastly, it helps to increase your metabolism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, you must make sure that your raw steak is refrigerated at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below, until the moment that it needs to be served. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your raw steak is left at a higher temperature than harmful bacteria could begin to grow which could cause illness. Such as E. coli and salmonella. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some symptoms of these illnesses include vomiting, diarrhea and nausea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The majority of healthy adults will easily recover from these illnesses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, children, the elderly, and even pregnant women should avoid raw steak for their own health, as this could make them seriously ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steak Temperatures<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are various ways that you can serve a steak. These all depend on the temperatures and how long you cook your steak for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You will notice when you go to a restaurant that you are always asked how you would like your steak cooked. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this little guide, we have put together all the ways that you can cook your steak and the timings for each one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blue<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A blue steak has been briefly seared on a hot pan or grill for under a minute on each side. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The outside of the steak will have a dark down color, yet inside it will still have a raw like appearance. This steak is usually cooked to 115 degrees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rare<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For a rare steak, it is cooked to 120 degrees. As we have already mentioned, a rare steak will have an even brown exterior coloring, yet inside the steak will still have a dark red center and be cool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medium-Rare<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A lot of people like their steak to be cooked medium rare. Thus, this kind of steak will be cooked to 130 degrees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The outside of the steak will be charred, yet the inside will still be red, but this time it will be warm to the touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medium <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A medium steak will have a much darker brown exterior, and the inside will be pink instead of red. The inside will also be hot to the touch, as the steak is cooked to 140 degrees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A medium steak is a great choice for anyone who doesn’t like the sight of blood on their plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medium-Well <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A medium-well steak will have reached an interior temperature of 150 degrees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The inside of the steak will still be holding onto that slight pink hue, but the majority of the inside will be a brown color now. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well Done<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A well done steak will have an interior temperature of 160 degrees. Throughout, the steak will be a deep brown color. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most people see this kind of steak as the toughest to eat, as all the fibers have contracted and all the natural juices have dried up from the hot temperatures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How you have your steak cooked is all up to personal preference. Some people believe that well done is horrible, while others like the taste and texture of a well done steak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, it is also important to remember that your streak will continue cooking even when you put it to one side to rest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thus, always remove your steak from the heat when it is around 5 degrees under your preferred steak temperature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips For Cooked And Raw Steak<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

All steak should be kept in the fridge at below 40 degrees Fahrenheit until needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your steak is stored above 40 degrees for more than 2 hours, then that steak is no longer seen as safe to eat, as bacteria will have begun to start growing on the steak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After you have cooked your steak, if you have leftovers, these should be placed in the fridge within 2 hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You are trying to reduce any chances of bacteria growing on the meat, whether it is raw or cooked. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of raw steaks, they should only be kept in the fridge for 3 to 5 days. Or you can freeze them for up to 6 months. Even cooked steaks can be left in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result, no steak, whether cooked or raw, should stay in your fridge for longer than 5 days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Raw steak is an acquired taste, but some recipes do call for it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main difference between a raw and a rare steak is the fact that a rare steak is cooked slightly, and nothing happens to a raw steak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are a lot of ways to serve a steak, and we hope this article has given you an insight into how you may like to cook your next steak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How you cook steak is personal to everyone, but now you should’ve known the difference between a rare and raw steak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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