By Bill Ohaire | Published: April 2026 | Last Updated: April 2026

Perfectly seared beef steak on a hot BBQ grill

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Quick Answer

4-5 min/side at 200-220°C (400-425°F). Internal temp: 71°C (160°F) for beef (food safety).

BBQ Burgers Guide

4-5 min/side at 200-220°C (400-425°F). Internal temp: 71°C (160°F) for beef (food safety). Don't press with spatula. Make an indent in the centre to prevent puffing. Rest 3 minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long to bbq burgers?

4-5 min/side at 200-220°C (400-425°F). Internal temp: 71°C (160°F) for beef (food safety). Don't press with spatula. Make an indent in the centre to prevent puffing. Rest 3 minutes.

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Sources & References

1
How to BBQ Right (YouTube)
Malcom Reed's championship-winning BBQ techniques and tutorials.
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2
Mad Scientist BBQ (YouTube)
Jeremy Yoder's detailed BBQ experiments and science-based cooking methods.
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3
Food Standards Australia New Zealand
Official Australian food safety guidelines and safe cooking temperatures.
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4
America's Test Kitchen (YouTube)
Rigorously tested steak cooking methods with scientific precision.
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