Cooking temperatures for meat
Different types of meat becomes tender (and safe to eat) at different temperatures.
When meat reach its minimum internal cooking temperature, it has become hot enough to kill harmful bacteria.
Beef and lamb
54°C (130°F): rare, and safe to eat
63°C (145°F): medium
70°C (158°F): well-done
Fish and shellfish
63°C (145°F): safe to eat
Pork
65℃ (149℉): medium, and safe to eat
70°C (158°F): well-done
Boerewors
66℃ (151℉): medium, and safe to eat
Minced meat, sausages, and ham
71ºC (160℉): safe to eat
Chicken
74°C (165°F): safe to eat
80°C (176°F): thighs become tender