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

BBQ Kangaroo Steak for 2-3 min/side at 220-250°C (425-480°F). Internal temp: 54-57°C (130-135°F) medium-rare MAX. Rest for 5-8 minutes.

Kangaroo Steak BBQ Guide

Kangaroo is extremely lean (about 2% fat) and MUST be served medium-rare. Any further and it becomes dry and tough. Bring to room temperature before cooking. Season simply or marinate with native Australian spices (lemon myrtle, pepperberry). Slice thin against the grain.

Cook Time

2-3 min/side

Temperature

220-250°C (425-480°F)

Internal Temp

54-57°C (130-135°F) medium-rare MAX

Rest Time

5-8 minutes

How to BBQ Kangaroo Steak — Step by Step

  1. Prep: Bring to room temperature. Season or marinate as desired.
  2. Preheat: Get your BBQ to 220-250°C (425-480°F). Clean and oil the grate.
  3. Cook: Grill for 2-3 min/side.
  4. Check: Use a meat thermometer — target 54-57°C (130-135°F) medium-rare MAX..
  5. Rest: 5-8 minutes before serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long to BBQ kangaroo steak?

BBQ kangaroo steak for 2-3 min/side at 220-250°C (425-480°F). Target internal temperature: 54-57°C (130-135°F) medium-rare MAX.

What temperature for kangaroo steak on the BBQ?

Cook kangaroo steak at 220-250°C (425-480°F). Internal temperature should reach 54-57°C (130-135°F) medium-rare MAX.

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Sources & References

1
Food Standards Australia New Zealand
Official Australian food safety guidelines and safe cooking temperatures.
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2
America's Test Kitchen (YouTube)
Rigorously tested steak cooking methods with scientific precision.
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3
Guga Foods (YouTube)
Premium beef experiments — dry ageing, wagyu, and creative steak techniques.
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4
Serious Eats
Kenji Lopez-Alt's food science approach to grilling the perfect steak.
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