Lamb steaks cooking times
How long to cook lamb steaks: 4–5 min per side pan-fried, 5–6 min per side under the grill, 4–5 min per side on the barbecue and 10–12 min in an air fryer at 200°C. Every way to cook it is below, with the temperature and how to tell it’s done.
How long to cook lamb steaks
Times are for leg steaks about 2 cm thick.
| Method | Time | Heat | How |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pan-fry | 4–5 min per side | over a high heat | For pink. |
| Grill | 5–6 min per side | under a hot grill | For pink. |
| Barbecue | 4–5 min per side | over hot direct heat | For pink. |
| Air fryer | 10–12 min | 200°C (400°F) | For pink; turn halfway. |
Also see: Lamb cooking time (leg of lamb or slow-roast shoulder).
Before you start
Season and oil.
How to tell it’s done
Pink: 60°C (140°F) in the middle. Rest 5 minutes.
Food safety: Lamb steaks are safe served pink, as long as the outside is browned.
Questions
How long to pan-fry lamb steaks?
4–5 min per side over a high heat. For pink.
How long to grill lamb steaks?
5–6 min per side under a hot grill. For pink.
How long to barbecue lamb steaks?
4–5 min per side over hot direct heat. For pink.
How long to cook lamb steaks in an air fryer?
10–12 min at 200°C (400°F). For pink; turn halfway.
Times are a guide for typical home portions: ovens, air fryers, microwaves and the size of what you’re cooking all vary. Check meat, poultry and fish with a thermometer before serving. Safe temperatures follow USDA and UK Food Standards Agency guidance, last checked 11 November 2026.