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Roasting chart
INTERNAL TEMPERATURES –
Rare : 50-60°C; Medium : 60-70°C; Well done : 70-80°C
MEAT
TEMPERATURE
COOKING TIME
Beef/ Beef boned
160-180°C
20-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 20-35 minutes over
Mutton/Lamb
160-180°C
25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 25-35 minutes over
Pork/Veal/Ham
160-180°C
30-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 30-40 minutes over
Chicken
160-180°C
15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 20 minutes over
Turkey/Goose
160-180°C
15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb) up to
3½kg (7lb) then 10 minutes per
½kg (1lb) over 3½kg (7lb)
Duck
160-180°C
25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 25-30 minutes over
Pheasant
160-180°C
35-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 35-40 minutes over
Rabbit
160-180°C
20 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 20 minutes over
The roasting temperatures and times given in the chart should be adequate for most joints, but
slight adjustments may be required to allow for personal requirements and the shape and texture
of the meat. However, lower temperatures and longer cooking times are recommended for less
tender cuts or larger joints.
Wrap joints in foil if preferred, for extra browning uncover for the last 20 – 30 min. cooking time.
