Grilled food has a unique and delicious taste with attractive black grill marks. If you want to use a grill (both gas and charcoal), you'll need to preheat it before using it to cook food. Check for doneness with a meat thermometer, and understand that meat will usually continue to cook once you remove it from the grill.
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Part 1 of 2: Baking Simple Food
Step 1. Use a charcoal grill if you want to get a natural smoked aroma
This grill requires charcoal coals for grilling. You can light it with a lighter or a lighter with a long handle. Let the charcoal heat up for about 20 minutes before you use it for grilling.
- When you're done using, close the grill and allow the coals to cool on their own before you remove the ashes.
- Charcoal grills are hotter and give a more natural taste, but are more difficult to clean. You will also find it difficult to keep the temperature constant.
Step 2. Use a gas grill as it is easier to use and convenient
These grills usually require a gas cylinder to be installed properly before you can use it for grilling. You can do this by connecting the gas line of the grill to the nozzle of the tube. The gas grill has controls that can be turned on and off easily to light the grill, as well as to adjust the temperature and setting of the flame.
- Gas grills cost more, but are easier to run and only take a short time to heat up.
- Make sure the gas line is turned off before you connect the gas cylinder to the grill.
Step 3. Keep the grill clean and well maintained
Clean the grill lightly before use, and clean it once or twice a year. Use a wire brush to remove food and dirt stuck to the bottom of the grill bars. Rub the bars back and forth so you can clean them thoroughly.
- In a charcoal grill, first remove the ashes from the previous roast, if necessary.
- You can clean the toaster by heating it for 15 minutes to loosen any adhering food particles. Next, turn off the gas and scrub the grill bars with a wire brush dipped in soapy water.
Step 4. Use direct heat if you want to grill food quickly
If you're grilling burgers or hot dogs, it's a good idea to cook them on direct heat to make them cook faster. The side of the grill that is exposed to direct heat will be the hottest part.
- The gas grill provides settings, such as Low, Medium, and High, which you can easily adjust to get the desired heat level.
- Charcoal grills can only be adjusted by the number of coals placed under them.
Step 5. Use indirect heat if you want to cook the meat slowly
Some foods, such as spare ribs, are usually cooked over indirect heat for a steady, slow smoky flavor. Set the indirect heating section to a low heat setting (if using a gas grill). In a charcoal grill, place the food next to the coals (not over the coals).
- In a charcoal grill, place the charcoal or coals on one side of the grill (on the direct heat side), and keep the other side (the indirect hot side) free of charcoal.
- Cover the grill (for slow cooking) to prevent the heat from escaping.
Step 6. Preheat the grill for 10 to 20 minutes before you cook the food
To heat the grill, light the charcoal in the chimney starter, or turn on the gas if you are using a gas grill. Let the grill heat up for 20 minutes so it's ready to use for cooking.
- Gas grills only take about 10 minutes to warm up, while charcoal grills take about 20 minutes.
- To heat the gas grill, set it to the desired heat setting.
- To heat a charcoal grill, ignite the charcoal with a flame or a flammable material (such as newsprint or lighter fluid).
Step 7. Use good utensils when you bake
When placing meat or vegetables on the grill, use tongs or a spatula as both are very useful. It's also a good idea to provide grilling gloves and an aluminum pan.
- Never handle baked goods with utensils that have raw meat residue on them.
- Try to flip the food once or twice so that the juices don't come out.
Step 8. Add basting to the food in the last 2-5 minutes
If you want to add sauce or other liquid to the meat, wait until the meat is almost cooked so that the spread doesn't burn. Use a basting brush to apply the sauce a few minutes before the food is removed from the grill.
Step 9. Use a thermometer to check the doneness of the meat
Insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the meat, and don't let it touch the bone. You can use a digital or manual thermometer, and be sure to wait a long time for an accurate reading.
- Poultry must have an internal temperature of 75°C. Pork and fish should be at 65 °C.
- Beef should have a temperature of 60 °C for undercooked, and 80 °C for cooked meat.
- Be sure to use a thermometer designed for meat and poultry.
Step 10. Remove the meat from the grill when it has reached the ideal temperature
The meat will continue to cook for about 10 minutes after it is removed from the grill. When it's almost done, remove the food from the grill and let it sit for a few minutes before cutting it to allow it to continue cooking.
While the meat will continue to cook, don't rush to remove it from the grill if it's still raw
Part 2 of 2: Choosing Different Foods
Step 1. Learn how to roast vegetables and fruit for a delicious meal
Place fruit and vegetables directly on the grill or wrap them in aluminum foil before placing them on the grill bars. Vegetables and fruits have different densities and cooking times, but they usually take 5 to 10 minutes to bake.
- Grilled vegetables make a delicious side dish, and grilled fruit (such as bananas and pineapples) make great desserts.
- Solid vegetables such as potatoes should be boiled before baking.
- Place vegetables and/or fruit on top of the kebab so you can easily grill it.
Step 2. Grill the filet mignon (beef center) for tender meat
Most people prefer thick slices of filet mignon, and these filets are best cooked directly over the coals. Check for doneness with a meat thermometer as the cooking time will depend on the thickness and size of the meat.
To get medium-rare meat, try to get the temperature of the meat to 60 °C, while to get medium-rare meat, the temperature must reach 70 °C
Step 3. Get delicious fish by grilling salmon
It's a good idea to use salmon that still has the skin on, placing the unskinned part on the bottom first. Grill the salmon until half cooked before you flip it over to finish grilling.
- It's a good idea to cook the salmon to 50 °C, then remove it from the grill and let it sit for a while to continue the cooking process.
- When it's done, add lemon to the salmon for extra flavor.
Step 4. Get a delicious snack by grilling chicken wings
You can marinate the chicken wings before grilling them for added flavor. Grill the wings over medium heat, turning them upside down if one side looks charred. The roasting process takes about 20 minutes.
The internal temperature of the chicken wings should reach 75°C. Make sure the thermometer doesn't touch the bone when you measure the temperature inside the chicken wings
Step 5. Make the grilled ribs for a classic dish
A simple rub seasoning can make the ribs even more delicious. The ribs will cook best if they are roasted slowly, without directly hitting the heat. If you bake it slowly, the process can take about 5 to 6 hours.
- The internal temperature of the grilled ribs should reach a minimum of 65°C.
- The cooking time will depend on the size and thickness of the ribs.
Tips
- Add wood chips to the grill for added smoke aroma.
- If you wish, you can dip a paper towel in the oil and apply it to the grill bars using tongs.
