Underdone

usgb/ˌʌndərˈdʌn/
adjective

Not cooked enough.

I think the steak is underdone. It's still raw in the middle.
Visual representation of "underdone" - Not cooked enough

Often appears as...

  • underdone steak
  • underdone meat

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Colloquial

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Visual representation of "underdone"
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Culinary Context

Used mainly to describe foods that need more cooking time to achieve desired texture or safety.

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Make sure the chicken isn't underdone to avoid food poisoning.
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Subjective Cooking

What's considered underdone can vary by personal taste and regional cuisine standards.

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Some like their fish slightly underdone, but it's not for everyone.
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Visual Cues

When meat is underdone, it often looks pink inside; appearance helps judge doneness.

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This burger looks underdone since it's still pink in the center.
Visual representation of the word "Underdone"

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