Sizzler – BBQ Etiquette & Food Safety

There are some simple tips to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable afternoon around the Barbie!

It’s a well known fact that Aussies love a barbeque, in fact over 70% of households have a bbq. And it’s also a well know fact that it is the male domain! It has something to do with fire, bonding and where lies and truth are converted to myths and legends.

But it’s also about providing food that has been properly prepared. Food can spoil very quickly when left outdoors for even a short amount of time, so Peter Sutherland from the NSW Food Authority, has some advice on food hygiene.

The first rule to follow is to avoid cross contamination of food. This means keeping raw meats away for already cooked or ready-to-eat foods, like salads and dips. A common food handling mistake is putting cooked meat back onto the same plate when it was raw. This contains raw juices that contain bacteria, so clean utensils and platters. And never store uncooked and ready to eat food together, and when transporting to the barbeque make sure they are kept really cold in an eskie filled with ice.

Temperature control is very important too. Don’t leave food out in the sun and if you are taking cooked food home make sure it goes in the fridge immediately. Cook sausages, patties and poultry thoroughly until the juices run clear – a meat thermometer can remove the guesswork.

So there you have the recipe for a perfect day. For another way to spend a perfect day, visit www.sizzler.com.au.

HOME | PAST SHOWS | PRESENTERS | COMPETITIONS | CONTACT

*PAST SHOWS