Traditional Lumpwood Charcoal and Charcoal Briquettes: Instructions and precautions

Sep 13, 2022

Barbeque lovers know that lighting traditional lumpwood charcoal and charcoal briquettes is not always easy. The SIDERIS company https://www.karvouna.gr, with more than 40 years of experience in the field of solid fuels, suggests the ideal ways to light your coals and briquettes with ease and safety above all.
First of all, the difference between traditional lumpwood charcoal and sawdust charcoal briquettes lies in the fact that the briquettes require a little more waiting time until they light up properly, while also lasting more than traditional lumpwood charcoal.

Our RED EVOLUTION briquettes consist of 100% pure, compressed sawdust, which makes them more compact than charcoal. Thus, their calorific value is very high and they allow reliable, high-heat grilling for more than 5 hours.

In addition, they do not emit odors, and are free of additives or chemicals, making them a safe, tested and certified product that is trusted by the most demanding grillers.

The most ideal way to light them up is the following: In a lighting chimney, first place 2-3 pieces of firelighter (solid firelighters in cubes, gel firelighter etc.), light them and place the traditional lumpwood charcoal over it. Wait until the charcoal ignites and place RED EVOLUTION briquettes on top. When the briquettes are red, spread them out evenly on the grill and as soon as a light layer of ash is created, you are ready to grill!
For easy lighting of SIDERIS traditional lumpwood charcoal, first place a few pieces of charcoal on your grill. Place the ignition chimney on top, then add 2-3 pieces of firestarter, then fill with charcoal up to the top of the chimney and and light your fire. When the charcoal becomes red, remove the chimney and spread the charcoal on your grill. Let a light layer of ash form and you are all set to start grilling! Bon appetit!
PRECAUTIONS: Traditional lumpwood charcoal, as well as charcoal briquettes and related products should always be kept out of the reach and sight of children.

Always supervise your fire and have a sufficient amount of water and sand near you. Indoor combustion of charcoal products can cause death, due to the emission of carbon monoxide, which is odorless. Indoor use is strictly PROHIBITED in places such as houses, vehicles and tents. Use charcoal products in well-ventilated areas only. In case of contact with eyes, remove contact lenses immediately, if present, and rinse with plenty of water.

In case of ingestion, drink plentyof water and if discomfort persists, please contact the Greek Poison Center immediately at:
+30 210 77 93 777

For more information, please contact:
A. & G. SIDERIS P.C., NEA ARTAKI, EVIA, GREECE / ASPROPYRGOS, ATTICA REGION, GREECE at 22210 40131 – 22210 42453 – 2105577496

Four common mistakes to avoid for maximum enjoyment when grilling with charcoal

Sep 13, 2022

What are the most common mistakes everyone makes while barbequing and which are the best ways to avoid them?

Mistake Number One:

Placing refrigerated food directly on the grill. Grilling food that is cold means that it will take longer for it to heat up and cook properly. In addition, there is a high possibility that your food will start to burn on the outside without being thoroughly cooked on the inside.

The solution:

Remove food from the refrigerator at least half an hour before placing it on the grill (an hour before for larger pieces of meat).

Mistake Number Two:

Using the wrong firelighters. Anything that lights up easily is not necessarily suitable to use as a firelighter.

The solution:

Grilling is a serious cooking process that your family and you will enjoy. Do not use low quality or unsuitable firelighters, as they can affect the quality of the food you eat. SIDERIS firelighters are the safest choice and offer easy lighting of your fire, whether you choose to use natural firelighters, solid firelighters, or gel firelighters.

Mistake Number 3:

The most common and serious mistake while grilling: when you place your food over charcoal that is still black and therefore has not had time to light properly.

The solution:

To grill safely, traditional lumpwood charcoal must be properly lit. Once the charcoal turns white, wait 15 minutes for the fire to reach the right temperature for cooking before placing food on the grill. This ensures that the cooking temperature is constant, and that your food is cooked evenly and safely.