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Fast BBQ

Burgers and sausages need steady heat.

These are quick cooks, but they still need proper control. Brown outside does not prove the middle is safe.

Timing guide

Planning numbers.

Use these as a starting point, then check temperature, texture and doneness before serving.

Best method Medium direct heat with an indirect safety zone
Cook temperature Around 180-220C at the grill
Typical time Burgers 8-15 minutes, sausages 12-20 minutes
Target finish Cooked through; use at least 70C for burgers and 75C for poultry sausages
Rest 2-5 minutes
Method

Cook it in order.

  1. Preheat the grill and oil the grate if needed.
  2. Cook over medium heat rather than fierce flame.
  3. Turn regularly for even cooking.
  4. Move to indirect heat if the outside colours before the centre is done.
  5. Check the centre before serving.
Avoid

Common mistakes.

Pressing burgers and losing juices.

Burning sausages over flames while the centre stays undercooked.

Leaving cooked food beside raw meat.