Your first proper BBQ cook (not just your first barbecue)
Assembling a BBQ is easy. Learning to cook on it properly is what actually matters.
Most people cook at full heat all the time. Food burns on the outside and stays raw inside. The fix is simple — two-zone cooking.
Two-zone cooking: gas BBQ
Turn on one side only. One side is direct heat for searing, the other is indirect heat for controlled cooking.
Sear for 2 minutes per side, then move to indirect heat and close the lid. Consistent, reliable results every time.
Two-zone cooking: charcoal BBQ
Bank coal to one side. One side is hot, the other acts like an oven.
This method gives control and is used by professional BBQ cooks.
Lumpwood vs briquettes
Lumpwood lights fast and burns hotter — ideal for steaks and fast cooking.
Briquettes burn longer and more evenly — better for extended cooking sessions.
Make your BBQ a workspace
The Sahara Arke BBQ includes a fold-out table, turning your grill into a full outdoor kitchen station.
