Basic tips for beginners – how to make grilling a pleasure

 

The prerequisite for becoming a master griller is to have made countless mistakes and learned from them. Sometimes, it can take several years to master the art of grilling, and time is a luxury that not everyone has.
So, if you don’t want to waste your free time on trial and error, check out these basic tips that will make grilling a breeze!

1. Don’t use a grill that hasn’t been thoroughly cleaned

A dirty grill is sure to give your food a bad taste. It is important to learn to keep it clean before putting anything on it, and of course, make sure there are no rusty spots anywhere.

2. Make sure you use just enough firestarter

Once your grill is clean, you are ready to light it. Even when everyone is hungry, do not rush and add too much kindling, because not only is it ineffective, but it can also negatively affect the taste of your food. The best way to avoid this common mistake is to use a chimney, placing the fire starter of your choice under your charcoal. The SIDERIS company offers a wide range of fire starters in solid, liquid, and gel form that will make lighting your fire a breeze. Once the charcoal is lit, wait for it to turn white before you put food on the grill. Since this process takes time, it would be more practical to follow these steps before your guests arrive.

3. Don’t forget to oil your grill

If you are not grilling fatty meat, you should oil your grill if you plan to cook foods such as fish, vegetables, or cheese. Because these foods are leaner, they can easily stick to the grill. To prevent this, pour a little oil onto a paper towel and spread it over the entire grill.

4. Don’t use too much direct heat

We tend to believe that the higher the heat, the better our food will cook. Of course this is a misconception, because when you put food on high heat, all you achieve is burning the exterior, while the inside is still raw. The best solution to this is to create two cooking zones, leaving part of your grill empty so that you can move the coals there when the heat on the other side is too high. This will give you more control over the fire and help you avoid overcooking the meat.

5. Don’t open your barbeque lid every two minutes

You want to make sure your meat is ready to flip, so you open and close the lid again and again. However, opening the lid allows oxygen to enter, which causes the coals to burn more intensely and consequently burns your meat on the outside. The best advice for grilling is to be patient.

6. Don’t guess if your meat is ready

It’s not easy to check with your eyes if your steak is ready, so you can equip yourself with a suitable thermometer to make sure whether you should take it off the heat or not. Of course, each piece of meat is different and requires a different temperature to be ready. So, before you put your food on the grill, check online for the best cooking temperature.

7. Cook in the right order

Leave enough space to flip the meat, and start with whichever cut takes the longest to cook. This way, you can cook your vegetables or cheese last, so they won’t be cold when you serve them.

8. Let the meat rest

Once your meat is finally ready, let it rest for a while. This short wait will allow it to retain its juices and reach the ideal internal temperature. Don’t rush to cut it, and you’ll see that the taste will be unbeatable.

In conclusion: Gaining experience in

grilling can take a long time. If you follow the tips above, you are sure to improve more quickly, and soon, everyone will be congratulating the grill master!