Ground Lamb Temperature — 160°F / 71°C (Well done (USDA))

Overview

Ground Lamb: cook to 160°F (71°C) for well done (usda). Pan or grill 4-5 min/side. Ground meat must reach 160°F. Great for kofta, burgers, and meatballs.

Key Details

• Internal Temperature: 160°F / 71°C
• Doneness: Well done (USDA)
• Cook Time: Pan or grill 4-5 min/side
• Ground meat must reach 160°F. Great for kofta, burgers, and meatballs.
• Lamb is best served medium-rare to medium for most cuts

Why This Matters

• Lamb has unique flavor that benefits from precise cooking
• Overcooking lamb makes it tough and gamey
• Different cuts require different approaches

How To

1. 1Bring lamb to room temperature before cooking (30 min)
2. 2Pan or grill 4-5 min/side
3. 3Cook to 160°F internal temperature
4. 4Rest for at least 5 minutes before carving
5. 5Ground meat must reach 160°F. Great for kofta, burgers, and meatballs.

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