Eight Beginner Tips For Summer Grilling

 

Tip 1: Take time to clean the grill before you begin. It’s important to always begin with a clean grill. A clean grill will give you better tasting food and is less likely to cause your food to stick to the grate.

Tip 2: Using the proper tools is important. A fork should never be used for grilling. A long set of tongs is the best for turning steaks, chicken and other cuts of meat. A long-handled spatula is best for burgers.

 

Tip 3: Applying cooking oil or spray to the grill before it is lit will keep low fat meats and other foods from sticking.

 

Tip 4: Allow for plenty of time. You don't want to rush your grilling or keep your family or guests waiting.

 

Tip 5: Don't leave your grilling unattended for any length of time.  A flare-up can occur at any time and leave you with burnt food if you are not there to attend to it.

 

Tip 6: Flare-ups are caused by grease and heat. Trimming excess fat from the meat and moving the meat to a different area of the grill when turning is the best way to control flare-ups. Do not use a spray bottle of water to control a flare-up.

 

Tip 7: Don't add sugary or oily sauces or marinades to meat on the grill. This will just cause burning.

 

Tip 8: Apply spices or marinades to your food at least one hour before grilling. If using barbecue sauce, you should soak the food overnight. This will assure that the flavor gets into the food.

Tip 9: Bonus Tip For the true beginner: Please don't catch yourself on fire. But seriously even the experienced should always use caution around the fire. Fire is hot, it always has been, it always will be. Stay safe.

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